Family violence in later life: The overlooked crisis of elder abuse

In Australia, elder abuse lurks in the shadows, a form of family violence that devastates older individuals yet remains largely ignored.

Published: 29 July 2025
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  • 29 July 2025
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The heartbreaking deaths of an 87-year-old man and a 95-year-old woman, detailed in recent Victorian coronial findings, cast a harsh spotlight on this crisis.



These cases expose the vulnerabilities of seniors, the betrayal of family trust, and the systemic failures that leave them unprotected.

Elder abuse is not just a personal tragedy, it’s a societal failing that demands immediate action.