ABSTRACT
This article is exploratory qualitative research which highlights the importance of interventions in families when the elders in the family are abused. The findings suggest there is a misinterpretation of this form of abuse occurring in homes. Responses from participants clearly shows the nature of the abuse parents were experiencing. Dissemination of information through workshops and literature would benefit first respondents identifying cases of adolescent-to-parent abuse. Information shared would also benefit parents and the wider society in recognizing this form of abuse. The authors recommend mechanisms for coping strategies that can be implemented for families in crisis.