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BONUS: SRV CEO Chris Potaris on ABC News: "Calls to helpline increase by 40 per cent in Victoria"


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20 June 2023 -- Here's Chris Potaris, the CEO of Seniors Rights Victoria and COTA Victoria, in discussion with ABC News' Ros Childs.

The interview is available in video format on the ABC News website: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-20/inflation-contributes-to-a-significant-rise-in-elder-abuse/102501072

You can read the full ABC News story on the matter of an increase in calls to the #SeniorsRightsVictoria (SRV) helpline here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-18/elder-abuse-seniors-rights-victoria-helpline-calls-increase/102478102

Those in Victoria experiencing elder abuse can call the confidential Seniors Rights Victoria helpline on 1300 368 821 for assistance and support. They can also visit the SRV website: https://seniorsrights.org.au

For nationwide assistance and to access additional resources in 20 different languages, please contact the Australian Human Rights Commission on 1800 ELDERHelp (1800 353 374).

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