About the training
Older people who experience sexual violence often face unique challenges, barriers, and misconceptions when accessing support.
This one-day NCFE-accredited online CPD programme, developed by LimeCulture in partnership with Age UK (the UK’s leading charity for older people), provides ISVAs and allied professionals with the skills and understanding needed to meet these needs effectively.
The programme explores:
- Older people and preconceptions about ageing
- Barriers to disclosing and reporting sexual violence
- Physical and mental health considerations
- Communication with adults at risk
- The Mental Capacity Act and its implications
- Supporting older victims/survivors and their families/carers
- Practical learning is delivered through a mix of expert teaching and case study discussion, helping participants translate knowledge into practice.
Course Suitability
This CPD programme is designed for:
- Qualified ISVAs
- ISVA Managers
- Delegates must have completed an accredited ISVA Development Programme (with LimeCulture or another recognised provider).
LimeCulture’s inclusive teaching approach uses a variety of methods to meet different learning needs, and adjustments can be made to ensure full participation for all delegates.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this programme, delegates will be able to:
- Understand the impact of an ageing population in the context of sexual violence
- Identify barriers older people face when disclosing or reporting
- Recognise communication and capacity challenges in later life
- Understand the physical, mental, and psychological changes associated with ageing
- Anticipate the challenges the criminal justice process may pose for older people
- Provide effective, sensitive support to older victims/survivors and their families/carers
Outcomes & Benefits
For delegates, the benefits of this training are:
- Deeper understanding of how ageing affects disclosure, access to justice, and recovery
- Practical strategies to improve engagement with older service users
- Skills to support families and carers as part of a holistic approach
For organisations, the benefits of this training are:
- Enhanced accessibility and equity of service provision
- Better outcomes for older people in line with sector best practice
- Increased capacity to respond to the needs of a growing demographic
