Fraud, scams, and identity theft can target older, vulnerable people. That's why we're sharing the 10 most common types of financial abuse. Let's work together to protect older people from financial exploitation by educating ourselves and each other. #ElderAbuse#FinancialAbuse
96 COVID deaths this week. 2,731 deaths in the 1st quarter of 2023. At this rate expect more than 10,000 COVID deaths in 2023. Not as bad as 2022 (14,804 deaths). But with 30 people dying of COVID a day, no one can claim we have COVID under control @covidliveau@CroakeyNews
Will the new NSW Government be continuing with the broken policy of Public Housing demolition? "Its never too late to come back with a bit of innovation and look at things through fresh eyes" says @EngelerJohn to @RoseBJackson
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#ElderAbuse can happen to older people and recognising the warning signs is key to protecting our loved ones. Watch this video to learn how to identify and prevent elder abuse. Let's spread awareness and show empathy. #HumanRights https://t.co/3ArdPUBv2p
Stories about #statecontrol keep on coming. WA and QLD share many problems. Why do gag laws exist if these people want to speak out? #agedcare#DisabilityTwitter https://t.co/ve0bRj1tc6
It may seem challenging to find the right time to talk about advance care planning. Whether it's for yourself, a family member, a patient or a client, National Advance Care Planning Week is a great time to start the conversation. https://t.co/NOboEAzbXJ
Joining #Advocacy Managers from across Australia in Brisbane today to plan our response to the #agedcare reforms that are being rolled out - seeking to ensure that the rights of older people are respected and protected #OPAN @_ADAAustralia
This International Women's Day, we're committed to making a difference for the estimated 50 women who are sexually assaulted in residential aged care each week. #ReadyToListen
'5 myths around sexual assault in residential aged care' by @OPAN_AU on #Vimeo https://t.co/jH97owPRkf
'This International Women's Day, we're committed to making a difference for the estimated 50 women who are sexually assaulted in residential aged care each week.' #ReadyToListen
ARAS is the proud South Australian member of Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)
OPAN has launched a free Self-advocacy toolkit that provides insight and resources for better aged care.
Explore the toolkit today: https://t.co/jyM8azfRTZ...
#OPAN#ARAS#betteragedcare
Mrs FNB was 78 when her husband died, leaving her with a large estate that included complex multiple company and trust structures. Her family history is conflicted, and there were issues with her EPOA. Find out how it was resolved: https://t.co/5iTCPI4C43 #ElderAbuse