Elder abuse is recognised as a socially and culturally constructed phenomenon.11 It is a global problem. International researches estimate between 3% and 10% of the older population experience some form abuse or neglect each year.12,13 It has been estimated only 16 percent of all abuse incidents reach service agencies.14 In this study, two third (70%) of the participants stated that it is their individual responsibility to report elder abuse and neglect if they witness any. All the participants agreed that the elder abuse and neglect is a criminal act and they have the responsibility to prevent such abuse and neglect.