Jeannette Martínez

Jeannette Martínez is the head of the Social Work Service at the National Hospital of Geriatrics and Gerontology (HNGG) in Costa Rica, where she advocates for the rights and protection of the elderly. In her role, she addresses the serious issue of violence against older adults, emphasizing the various forms of abuse they face, including physical, psychological, and neglect. Martínez highlights the changing family dynamics that often leave elderly individuals without adequate support systems, and she calls for stronger measures to combat elder abuse and ensure their well-being.