Elderly Emiratis and residents can call a 24-hour hotline to ask for protection, legal assistance or report abuse in Dubai.
The hotline, 800988, also provides medical support in Arabic and English, should an individual be experiencing neglect or abuse.
Managed by the Community Development Authority, the hotline comes under the emirate’s Policy for the Elderly, which aims to address the safety concerns of the older population.
Caregivers can also call the hotline to complain about abuse or raise requests for protection.
A bilingual team will take the calls, follow up with immediate action when required and supervise the care of elderly people.
“The recently launched hotline will enhance our abilities to accurately identify the needs of the elderly in Dubai and protect and support them,” said Huraiz bin Huraiz, chief executive of the CDA’s development and social care sector.
“The CDA plans to develop care and support programmes for elderly expatriates in Dubai with emphasis on protecting them from any form of abuse, neglect or exploitation.”
The authority is working with Dubai Police, health authorities and Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services to respond quickly in case of emergency situations involving mistreatment.
It is part of an overall policy to increase community engagement among the elderly with protection against abuse and neglect an integral part of the programme.
Since the Covid-19 outbreak, the authority has been creating a database of information of senior citizens and residents of Dubai including their health conditions and place of residence.
The data will help address specific requirements of the elderly, design care and support programmes to improve their quality of life while ensuring their safety.
It is part of the CDA's efforts to protect the most vulnerable segments of society including women, children and people with special needs to give them access to assistance from authorities by using direct communication channels.
Requests for information and complaints can also be reported to: Seniorprotection@cda.gov.ae or by calling the main call centre at 8002121.
War 2
Director: Ayan Mukerji
Stars: Hrithik Roshan, NTR, Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana
Rating: 2/5
The specs: 2018 Maxus T60
Price, base / as tested: Dh48,000
Engine: 2.4-litre four-cylinder
Power: 136hp @ 1,600rpm
Torque: 360Nm @ 1,600 rpm
Transmission: Five-speed manual
Fuel consumption, combined: 9.1L / 100km
Tips to stay safe during hot weather
- Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, especially water. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which can increase dehydration.
- Seek cool environments: Use air conditioning, fans, or visit community spaces with climate control.
- Limit outdoor activities: Avoid strenuous activity during peak heat. If outside, seek shade and wear a wide-brimmed hat.
- Dress appropriately: Wear lightweight, loose and light-coloured clothing to facilitate heat loss.
- Check on vulnerable people: Regularly check in on elderly neighbours, young children and those with health conditions.
- Home adaptations: Use blinds or curtains to block sunlight, avoid using ovens or stoves, and ventilate living spaces during cooler hours.
- Recognise heat illness: Learn the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke (dizziness, confusion, rapid pulse, nausea), and seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Red flags
- Promises of high, fixed or 'guaranteed' returns.
- Unregulated structured products or complex investments often used to bypass traditional safeguards.
- Lack of clear information, vague language, no access to audited financials.
- Overseas companies targeting investors in other jurisdictions - this can make legal recovery difficult.
- Hard-selling tactics - creating urgency, offering 'exclusive' deals.
Courtesy: Carol Glynn, founder of Conscious Finance Coaching
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Analyst: Aqib Mehboob of Saudi Fransi Capital
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Remaining Fixtures
Wednesday: West Indies v Scotland
Thursday: UAE v Zimbabwe
Friday: Afghanistan v Ireland
Sunday: Final
The specs: 2017 Lotus Evora Sport 410
Price, base / as tested Dh395,000 / Dh420,000
Engine 3.5L V6
Transmission Six-speed manual
Power 410hp @ 7,000rpm
Torque 420Nm @ 3,500rpm
Fuel economy, combined 9.7L / 100km
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Everton (2002-2004)
- Appearances: 48
- Goals: 17
Manchester United (2004-2017)
- Appearances: 496
- Goals: 253
England (2003-)
- Appearances: 119
- Goals: 53
The Perfect Couple
Starring: Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Jack Reynor
Creator: Jenna Lamia
Rating: 3/5
FINAL SCORES
Fujairah 130 for 8 in 20 overs
(Sandy Sandeep 29, Hamdan Tahir 26 no, Umair Ali 2-15)
Sharjah 131 for 8 in 19.3 overs
(Kashif Daud 51, Umair Ali 20, Rohan Mustafa 2-17, Sabir Rao 2-26)
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