A comprehensive study on elder abuse in South Australia. The report examines the prevalence, types and dynamics of elder abuse through quantitative data and qualitative case studies, revealing key patterns of abuse. Findings indicate that elder abuse often includes financial abuse and is often accompanied by psychological abuse, with family members being primary perpetrators. It...

Elder abuse is a growing and often hidden crisis – affecting one in seven older Australians. Drawing on frontline experience and expert consultation, this policy paper presents a clear path for the New South Wales Government to take real, lasting action. Without intervention, this silent crisis will continue to escalate. This paper outlines five key...

This independent evaluation finds that the key policy framework for tackling elder abuse, the National plan to respond to the abuse of older Australians 2019-2023, is achieving its aims of uniting governments, agencies and organisations in tackling the abuse of older people.

Churchill Fellows represent Australians from all walks of life and, in sharing insights gained from research into and first-hand experiences of international practices, they offer unique perspectives of value for Australian policymakers. This third edition of Policy Futures showcases the best of the Churchill Fellows’ ideas, and provides targeted and relevant policy advice.

This report presents the findings from the analysis of quantitative and qualitative data held by the NSW Ageing and Disability Commission, in relation to reports about alleged abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults with disability and older people.