On Point video interview - Enduring Powers of Attorney with Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner

What does Australia’s new Age Discrimination Commissioner think about the growing problem of elder abuse? In this episode of On Point, the new podcast from Compass, journalist Philippa McDonald talks with Robert Fitzgerald AM talks with Robert Fitzgerald AM about Enduring Powers of Attorney to find out what older Australians should know to protect themselves.

Philippa and Robert discuss:

• what financial elder abuse looks like

• steps you can take to avoid it happening to you

• ways you can make your Enduring Power of Attorney stronger and more effective

• warning signs to watch for and actions you can take.

Commissioner Fitzgerald’s insights about Enduring Powers of Attorney are valuable listening for older Australians, their families and carers.