Elder abuse is a human rights issue. Older people are vulnerable to abuse, mistreatment, and exploitation. Interventions should simultaneously promote a life free from abuse and support an older person’s right to self.

There is national and state help available, and we will refer you to the appropriate support service depending on your individual circumstances. 

National

• 1800 ElderHelp - 1800 353 374
• Elder Abuse Action Australia, Knowledge Hub Compass: https://www.compass.info/
• National Aged Care Advocacy Line on 1800 700 600 or visit the Older Persons Advocacy Network website to find out more about advocacy services.

Support and Advocacy

• ACT – Human Rights Commission – (02) 6205 2222
• ACT – Older Persons Abuse Prevention Referral and Information Line – (02) 6205 3535
• ACT – ACT Disability, Aged and Carer Advocacy Service (ADACAS) – (02) 6242 5060
• NSW – NSW Elder Abuse Helpline – 1800 628 221
• NT – Elder Abuse Information Line – 1800 037 072
• QLD – Elder Abuse Prevention Unit – 1300 651 192. Interstate call (07) 3867 2525.
• QLD – Aged and Disability Advocacy Law – 1800 232 529
• QLD - Caxton Seniors Legal and Support Service – 1800 628 221
• SA – Adult Safeguarding Unit SA – (09) 7322 7070
• SA – Aged Rights Advocacy Service – (08) 8232 5377
• SA – Elder Abuse Phoneline – 1800 372 310
• TAS – Tasmanian Elder Abuse Helpline – 1800 441 169 or (03) 6237 0047
• TAS – Seniors Assist at Legal Aid Tasmania 1300 366 661
• VIC – Senior Rights Victoria – 1300 368 821
• VIC – Elder Rights Advocacy – (03) 9602 3066 or 1800 700 600
• WA – Peel Senior Relationship Service – 1300 364 377 Monday to Wednesday
• WA – Advocare – 1300 724 679 (Perth) or 1800 655 566 (rural)
• WA – Welfare Rights and Advocacy Service – Provides independent advice, information, referral and ongoing casework assistance, including representation and advocacy, (08) 9238 1751.