Government tackling the problem of elder abuse

An sign is seen outside an aged-care facility on the Gold Coast, Thursday, April 23, 2015. (AAP Image/Dave Hunt) NO ARCHIVING. (AAP)

An sign is seen outside an aged-care facility on the Gold Coast, Thursday, April 23, 2015. (AAP Image/Dave Hunt) NO ARCHIVING. (AAP) Source: An sign is seen outside an aged-care facility on the Gold Coast, Thursday, April 23, 2015. (AAP Image/Dave Hunt) NO ARCHIVING. (AAP)

The federal government has pledged 15 million dollars to combat the problem of abuse of older people. The Attorney-General says he's appalled by reports of elder abuse, saying it's a human rights issue. And it appears to be a growing issue that manifests itself in many forms. Mary Ann- not her real name- says she's a victim of elder abuse.



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