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Queensland regional & remote support hub for the abuse and mistreatment of older people
Discover a range of resources and services that are specifically designed for people in regional and remote Queensland to help recognise, prevent and respond to the abuse in all its forms.
Recognise the signs of abuse and how to respond.
Learn about the risk factors and warning signs of abuse, plus how you can prevent abuse from happening and how to respond when it occurs.
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Understand and recognise common types of abuse
Abuse can be financial, it can also be emotional, physical and it can be about neglect.
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Prevent abuse from happening
Discover the steps you can take to reduce and minimise the risks of abuse and mistreatment.
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Respond to abuse
Are you experiencing abuse or suspect abuse of someone you know? Help is available.
Regional and remote services
These services are committed to serving people and communities in regional and remote Queensland.
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Seniors legal and social support service (SLASSS)
SLASSS provides free advocacy and legal services for older people living in regional and remote Queensland at risk of or concerned about elder abuse including financial matters.
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Elder Abuse Prevention and Support Service (EAPSS)
The Elder Abuse Prevention and Support Service (EAPSS) is for people ages 60 and up (or ages 50 and up for First Nations Peoples) and their partners, family members, friends, caretakers, and other loved ones or support people.
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Central Queensland Community Legal Centre
Providing access to free legal services to the vulnerable and disadvantaged in Central and North West Queensland.
Real stories from people in Queensland
Six older Queenslanders living in regional and remote towns share their experiences of abuse behaviour and how they found help and support.
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Susan's Story
Susan is an older woman who moved from the city to the outback, to be closer to her children and grandchildren.
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Barbara's Story
Initially her son was meant to give Barbara support, however, the situation has evolved to Barbara providing him with financial support.
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James's Story
James also had concerns that he was not being charged the correct Daily Care fees.
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Giovanni's Story
Giovanni has expressed a wish to return to his home, with paid services, or alternatively, move to the local RACH.
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Sam's Story
76-year-old person Sam contacted ADA Law’s SLASSS team with the assistance of his grandchildren.
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Shamara's Story
Shamara is an older woman living alone in North West Queensland. Her son was living with her while going through his marriage break up.
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CALL 1800 ELDERHelp (1800 353 374)
This free number will redirect you to an existing phone service near you. This is not a 24-hour line. Call operating times will vary. A collaboration between the Australian, state and territory governments.