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Who can help and how to prevent elder abuse?

We all want to believe our loved ones are safe, respected and well cared for. But for many older Australians, that’s not always the reality.

Published: 1 May 2025
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  • 1 May 2025
  • Jade Lattimore/Albany Advertiser

Elder abuse — whether financial, physical, emotional, or neglect — can happen behind closed doors, often at the hands of those trusted to care for them.

So, what can we do? Awareness is the first step, but action is just as important.

Jade Lattimore is principal and senior lawyer at Greenstone Legal.