If you're a concerned loved one or need support yourself, please reach out to these helplines.
In an emergency, call the police on triple zero (000)
The police should be involved if there is an immediate risk of physical harm to an older person.
- Phone triple zero (000)
- Visit www.police.vic.gov.au
For support and advice for those concerned about elder abuse
Senior Rights Victoria
A free service that provides legal advice and information about the rights of older people, including secondary consultation for professionals. The provide support, advice and education to help prevent elder abuse and safeguard the rights, dignity and independence of older people.
- Phone 1300 368 821
- Visit www.seniorsrights.org.au
To assess your risk and plan for safety
The Orange Door
Provides help for people experiencing family violence.
- Visit The Orange Door
To upload your safety and rights in aged care
Elder Rights Advocacy provide free and confidential advocacy services for problems to do with aged care.
- Phone 1800 700 600
- Visit Get support- Elder Rights Advocacy
If you are outside Victoria and have experienced, witnessed, or suspect elder abuse
The National Elder Abuse phone line (1800 ELDERhelp) provides information, support and referrals.
- Phone 1800 353 374
This initiative is funded by the Victorian State Government.
