Prevention of elder abuse
Older people have the right to be treated with respect and dignity, whether they are being cared for in their own homes or in aged care homes.
Are you concerned about a situation of elder abuse?
If you, a family member, friend or person you care for is concerned about a possible or actual situation of abuse of someone who lives in an aged care home (more information), please contact the Complaints Resolution Scheme on 1800 550 552 to report the situation and to discuss options. This call can be made anonymously, or can be kept confidential if you wish.Read more: How to make a complaint
Are you concerned about a situation of abuse of a person living in the community?
Elder abuse is a single or repeated act, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person.
Abuse can include physical, sexual, financial, psychological abuse and/or neglect.
If you are concerned about your own situation, or that of a family member, friend or a person you care for who lives in the community, or if you would like more information about this issue, please contact the Information and Referral Line for your state or territory, listed below.
If you, your family member, friend or the person you care for is concerned about a possible or actual situation of abuse of someone who receives care in their own home through an Australian Government-funded aged care service such as a Community Aged Care Package (CACP) (more information), please contact the Complaints Resolution Scheme (more information) on 1800 550 552 to report the situation and to discuss options. This call can be made anonymously, or can be kept confidential if you wish.
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