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Tackling stigma is key to eradicating elder abuse

Kevin Hardy plays the harmonica and Ian Beecroft accompanies him on the guitar in a photo taken as part of the Ageing My Way exhibition in Hobart. Credit Peta Cook..JPG

Kevin Hardy plays the harmonica and Ian Beecroft accompanies him on the guitar in a photo taken as part of the Ageing My Way exhibition in Hobart. Source: Supplied / Peta Cook

Those working to eradicate the abuse of older Australians, amid an increased number of cases during the pandemic, say tackling stigma will be central to addressing the issue.


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By Biwa Kwan

Source: SBS News



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Those working to eradicate the abuse of older Australians, amid an increased number of cases during the pandemic, say tackling stigma will be central to addressing the issue.


Anyone who experiences, witnesses or suspects elder abuse can call the National Elder Abuse phone line on 1800 ELDERHelp (1800 353 374) for confidential information and support.


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