Ageism and ableism prevent access to support

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, one in six Australians are over 65 years old and the number is expected to increase.

Meanwhile the Australian Bureau of Statistics lists 52.3 per cent of older Australians as having disability, with 86.6 per cent having one or more long term health conditions, according to the latest summary of findings.

This intersection often sees individuals experience bias of both ageism and ableism, and can prevent them from receiving adequate care or being included in decision-making and social participation.