Short article Jul 2019
Elder abuse in rural and remote communities
This short article discusses how the risk of elder abuse may be heightened in rural and remote communities and proposes some ways to address this.
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Short article Jul 2019
This short article discusses how the risk of elder abuse may be heightened in rural and remote communities and proposes some ways to address this.
Short article Apr 2020
We describe powers of attorney arrangements, how these arrangements may protect older people from financial abuse, and acknowledge the risks of abuse.
Short article Sep 2020
This short article outlines the challenges faced by Australian parents with intellectual disability and best practice and policy responses.
Research programs
Examining the nature of elder abuse and its prevalence in the Australian population
Practice guide Oct 2017
This resource explores how an understanding of abuse and neglect of children with disability can assist in establishing child-safe organisations.
Policy and practice paper Jun 2019
Focusing on recent research, this paper discusses elder abuse in Australia and its prevalence, impact and associated risk factors.
Webinar Aug 2019
This webinar outlined emerging evidence on the prevalence and risks associated with elder abuse, and discussed implications for policy and practice.
Commissioned report Dec 2014
Assesses the impact of the scheme on clients, the effectiveness of the implementation, and the cost-effectiveness of the model, and to inform policy.
Family Matters article Nov 2016
This article provides an overview of the prevalence and nature of elder abuse in Australia.
Submission Oct 2015
The gender gap in superannuation balances of Australian men and women approaching retirement.