Guiding action on elder abuse

Elder abuse is a confronting issue. It can be hard to know where to turn for help. If you or someone you know needs help tackling elder abuse, start here.

Help against elder abuse is available throughout Australia. Pick your state or territory, then click 'find services'.

Older Peoples Legal Service, Legal Aid TAS

Townsville Community Legal Centre

The Orange Door

Southern Communities Advocacy Legal and Education Services WA

SA Elder Abuse Prevention Phone Line

Isla's story

Financial Abuse, Neglect

Isla feels very isolated in her new home and struggles to get out and about.

Peter's story

Financial Abuse, Physical Abuse

Andrew begins a deliberate campaign to convince his father, Peter, he is losing his ‘marbles’.

Daphne's story

Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse

Daphne had experienced physical, sexual, emotional and verbal abuse from her husband for many years.