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Responding to elder abuse

Here you will find a range of information and resources for Responding to elder abuse audiences. To find more click through to the relevant section.

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Legal & financial

Out of the shadows, part two: Difficulties in identifying elder abuse

While some forms of elder abuse are easier to identify, it can often be difficult to ascertain when abuse has occurred.

10/06/2026
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Health & wellbeing

Elder abuse under-recognised in Australian hospitals

16/04/2026
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Future planning

New national plan outlines 10-year vision to end the abuse and mistreatment of older people

17/03/2026
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Community involvement

The time for action is now

12/03/2026

Events

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Stand Up, Speak Out - 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference
Preventing elder abuse

2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference Stand Up, Speak Out

he 2026 Australian Elder Abuse Conference Stand Up, Speak Out. Join us on the Gold Coast from 27-29 July 2026.

27/7/26 – 29/7/26
RACV Royal Pines Resort, Gold Coast, QLD
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Jul
WIRE
Responding to elder abuse

Navigating Complex Conversations Training

4/8/26
Online training
04
Aug
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Responding to elder abuse

Advanced Responder Workshop - What Service Providers should know

28/10/26
Online training
28
Oct

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UARC Law, Policy and Research Exchange Forum on Elder Abuse and the Mistreatment of Older People

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