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Aged Care
The articles and resources on this page are designed to provide helpful information, guidance and support for all caring scenarios.
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Ageism
“Ageism is stereotyping, discrimination and mistreatment based solely upon age. When directed towards older people, it comes from negative attitudes and beliefs about what it means to be older.” EveryAGE Counts.
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Coercive Control
Coercive control is a pattern of controlling and manipulative behaviours within a relationship. Find out more on Compass.
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Diversity
Older people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, Aboriginal communities and other specific communities may need to navigate unique factors before they can recognise elder abuse and reach out for help.
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Enduring Powers of Attorney
On this page you'll find helpful articles to get started to plan, change or revoke your enduring power of attorney. You'll also find articles on key issues, resolving conflicts and practical assistance on how to protect yourself from abuse.
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Family Agreements
Living with your adult child? Co-purchasing property? Or building an extension or granny flat with family? Learn more about the value of setting up a formal family agreement.
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Family Relationships
Discover a range of topics to support you and your family.
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Financial Abuse
Discover more about how financial abuse happens and what you can do to prevent and respond to this type of abuse of older people.
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Future Planning
Find practical information on a range of future planning topics, as well as links to key service providers.
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Grandparent Alienation
Find out what Grandparent Alienation is about, why it happens and what you can do if you are in this situation.
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Guardianships in Australia
If you lose capacity, an appointed guardian can protect you by supporting or managing your decision-making. Find out how guardianships work for older Australians and who can be involved.
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Health & Wellbeing
Find practical information on a range of health and wellbeing topics specifically for older Australians.
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Housing & Accommodation
On this page you will find information about housing and accommodation issues facing older people, and how to deal with them, what resources are available and where to go for assistance.
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Isolation
Find information, news and support that can help reduce isolation and improve being connected to others in a meaningful way.
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Sexual Abuse of Older Women
Find information and a webinar about understanding, preventing and responding to the sexual abuse of older women.
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Working Together to Tackle Elder Abuse
Learn more about an interdisciplinary approach to tackling elder abuse in our community.
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Find articles, events, news and more in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD).
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