Elder abuse prevention resources launched
The Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians Richard Colbeck has launched an app and educational video to raise awareness of elder abuse and support those affected.
The Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians Richard Colbeck has launched an app and educational video to raise awareness of elder abuse and support those affected.
The resources were developed by the Older Persons Advocacy Network.
The free mobile app ElderHELP includes information about aged care advocacy and support, how to recognise signs of elder abuse and where to get help.
The short video Noticed Something? explains the different types of elder abuse, which can include financial, physical, emotional, neglect or sexual, and range from subtle to severe.
The event took place on 12 December 2019.
