Guiding action on elder abuse

Elder abuse is a confronting issue. Compass understands it can be hard to know where to turn for help. If you or someone you know needs help tackling elder abuse, start here.

Support services that help against elder abuse are available throughout Australia. Pick your state or territory, then click ‘Find Services’.

LGBTIQ+ Health Australia

Coffs Harbour Older Women's Network

Mackay Regional Community Legal Centre

Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre

Cairns Community Legal Centre

Read real experiences of elder abuse. To read more real stories, click here.

Carer's story

I was still juggling the remains of a career when my elderly mother came to live with me from overseas

Peter's story

Andrew begins a deliberate campaign to convince his father, Peter, he is losing his ‘marbles’.

Isla's story

Isla feels very isolated in her new home and struggles to get out and about.