Older Australians: Justice and Safety
This government web page presents information relating to issues around justice and safety for older Australians.
Older Australians can face ageism, discrimination, abuse and other forms of violence, and they may have encounters with the justice system - as either a victim or perpetrator.
Discrimination can make participating in activities difficult for people, including older Australians (aged 65 and over). It can restrict older people’s participation and inclusion in all aspects of life.
Perceptions of older people being less deserving, incapacitated or in need of protection, can affect the ways in which services are accessed and delivered, particularly in the workplace, healthcare, and aged care, and within families and local communities (Benevolent Society 2017; COTA 2021).
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