New help for seniors who suffer abuseVictorian seniors who suffer any form of abuse, mistreatment or neglect will get help from a free and confidential new telephone service thanks to $2.6 million in Brumby Government funding.
Senior Victorians Minister Lisa Neville said the Seniors Rights Victoria service would provide support and advice to older people suffering abuse, as well as raising awareness of the prevalence of elder abuse.
The 1300 368 821 hotline will begin taking calls from 10am tomorrow (Monday, April 28) and will be open Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm.
Attorney General Rob Hulls said with the support of Victoria Legal Aid, the new service would provide strong legal backing to prevent and respond to incidents of abuse. “As with victims of family violence and sexual assault, older people can find it difficult to voice complaints about abuse, especially if it involves a family member,” Mr Hulls said.
Anyone seeking assistance or information about elder abuse can phone Seniors Rights Victoria on 1300 368 821.
SOURCE: AlpVictoria
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