Giving a voice to those who suffer in silence

Most of the country's health boards have yet to appoint case officers to deal with the 20,000 elderly people believed to be victims of abuse, writes Pat Brosnan.

Giving a voice to those who suffer in silence
Wed, 05 Jan, 2005 - 00:00

JOHN McINERNEY thought he had a reason for ritually killing his uncle.

He believed 82 year-old Seán Daly to have been possessed by the devil.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

Benefit image

Limited offer valid for new and returning customers. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12/month. Ts&Cs apply.

WhatsApp logo

Irish Examiner’s WhatsApp channel

More in this section

European and local elections Presidential race to heat up as third candidate to be confirmed
Multiple bomb threats made against Simon Harris's family home Multiple bomb threats made against Simon Harris's family home
Planning exemption proposals for garden cabins carry 'serious risks' Planning exemption proposals for garden cabins carry 'serious risks'
CourtsPlace: BallincolligPlace: Co CorkPlace: KerryPerson: Pat BrosnanPerson: John McInerneyPerson: Sean DalyPerson: Mary NallyOrganisation: Central Criminal CourtOrganisation: Southern Health BoardOrganisation: SHBOrganisation: Senior HelplineOrganisation: Kerry Community ServicesOrganisation: Department of Health and ChildrenOrganisation: Irish Nurses' OrganisationOrganisation: INO
<p>The total lunar eclipse can be seen as a "blood moon" in Lebus, Germany, on Sunday evening. Picture: Patrick Pleul/dpa via AP</p>

In pictures: Total lunar eclipse 'blood moon' seen from across the globe 

READ NOW

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Latest

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited