Police and elder abuse
Compass has spoken with the Police Service in each state and territory to find out what they doing to tackle elder abuse. WA section is hopefully being added soon.
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ACT Police and elder abuse
ACT Policing are watching out for cases of elder abuse and focused on raising community awareness of this social issue.
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NSW Police and elder abuse
NSW Police is encouraging people who are at risk of or experiencing elder abuse to contact the police without hesitation.
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NT Police and elder abuse
The abuse of older people presents distinct challenges in the Northern Territory, but NT Police is committed to tackling this urgent issue.
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QLD Police and elder abuse
Police in Queensland are empowered by law to assist older people who are experiencing elder abuse – so make contact.
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SA Police and elder abuse
Prevention, early intervention and a person-centred response are at the core of South Australia Police’s collaborative strategy for tackling elder abuse.
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Tasmania Police and elder abuse
'Older Tasmanians deserve safety, dignity and choice’, so the state police force is focused on tackling elder abuse.
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VIC Police and elder abuse
Learn more about what the Victoria Police are doing to respond to the abuse of older people.
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WA Police and elder abuse
If you, or an older person that you know, is at risk or experiencing elder abuse and mistreatment in Western Australia, you can call the WA Elder Abuse Helpline.
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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.