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Ageism

“Ageism is stereotyping, discrimination and mistreatment based solely upon age. When directed towards older people, it comes from negative attitudes and beliefs about what it means to be older.” EveryAGE Counts.

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Being a Carer

There are certain demands, risks and a degree of resilience required to be a carer. This page is an introduction to a range of resources that will help and support you.

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Grandparent Alienation

Find out what Grandparent Alienation is about, why it happens and what you can do if you are in this situation. Discover more on this page including a helpful tip sheet.

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Isolation

Often, what people are missing when they are feeling lonely or isolated is being connected to others in a meaningful way.

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LGBTQIA65+ Equality At Every Age

On this page you will find a range of resources and information aimed to support older LGBTQIA people better understand how elder abuse can affect them and how to prevent and respond to abuse.

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Preventing Financial Abuse

Financial abuse is the most common form of elder abuse. Discover more about how it happens and what you can do to prevent and respond to this type of abuse.

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Sexual Abuse of Older Women

Watch the Compass webinar with our expert panel of women and review other resources and materials about understanding, preventing and responding to the sexual abuse of older women.

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Working Together to Tackle Elder Abuse

Elder abuse comes in many forms – financial, psychological, physical, sexual and neglect. Learn more about an interdisciplinary approach to tackling elder abuse in our community.