• 4 months ago
One in six Australians over the age of 65 have experienced some form of elder abuse.
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00:00He said I'm a burden.
00:01And I made their life miserable.
00:03If I don't change my will, I can't see the grandkids again.
00:08Elder abuse takes many forms, including financial abuse, neglect, physical and sexual abuse.
00:16One in six Australians over the age of 65 have experienced some form of elder abuse.
00:24The most common is psychological abuse.
00:27The perpetrator is often a family member or a trusted person in their life.
00:33He's always asking me to do things.
00:36Drive him to the shop, take him to the doctor.
00:39But I'm busy with my own life and I don't have time for all his stuff too.
00:43He's my primary carer and I don't ask for a lot.
00:47But I do need help with my groceries and my medical care.
00:51I don't know what would happen if I miss my medication again.
00:56Elder abuse can include denying a person the right to make their own decisions,
01:01physically restraining a person, threatening,
01:05humiliating or name-calling, or withholding health care and medications.
01:11If you suspect you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse,
01:17talk to someone you trust and contact the National Elder Abuse Hotline on 1800 353 374.

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