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Financial Abuse
Discover more about how financial abuse happens and what you can do to prevent and respond to this type of abuse of older people.
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10 common forms of elder financial abuse
Here are 10 of the most common types of financial abuse from Safe & Savvy - A guide to help older people avoid abuse, scams and fraud.
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AI for older Australians: the good, the bad and the surprising
Artificial intelligence may seem like science fiction come true, but understanding AI and knowing its risks can free you to enjoy its benefits. 7 min read
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Creating your financial support team
Financial matters can be easier to manage if you have a ‘support team’ of trusted people you can draw on.
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Financial elder abuse
Financial elder abuse is theft or misuse of an older person’s money, assets or property.
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Financial elder abuse and the importance of enduring documents
I encourage people of all ages to have their enduring documents in place
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Managing financial stress
Older Australians may be feeling increased financial stress as their families face cost of living pressures. Financial counselling could help prevent tension becoming abuse. 6 min read
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Safeguarding against scams, frauds and identity theft
Find out how scams and frauds can happen and how to avoid becoming a victim. There is also helpful information about what to do if you are affected.
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Warning signs of financial elder abuse
One of the best protections against financial elder abuse is awareness and knowledge. Learn what to watch out for and how to intervene at the first sign of concern.
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Financial Abuse Resources
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The Little Book of Scams for First Nations Peoples
A booklet by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
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Listen to the Goodways podcast
The NITV Goodways podcast is produced by and for Indigenous Australians and presents a series of episodes about scams.
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Danger of the ‘cashed-up baby boomer’ stereotype
Writing in the Canberra City News, Ross Fitzgerald talks about the “often unfounded but persistant attitude that older ...
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On Point video interview - What is inheritance maintenance as a form of abuse? With Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimination Commissioner
What is inheritance maintenance as a form of abuse? Enduring Powers of Attorney with Robert Fitzgerald AM, Age Discrimi...
Financial Abuse Real Stories
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In an emergency call 000
This free number will redirect you to an existing phone service near you. This is not a 24-hour line. Call operating times will vary. A collaboration between the Australian, state and territory governments.
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