In 2012, The United Nations designated June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Research has shown that elderly abuse, neglect, violence, and exploitation is one of the biggest issues facing senior citizens around the world. World Health Organization data suggests that 4 to 6 per cent of elderly suffer from some form of abuse, a large percentage of which goes unreported. So, what is Elder Abuse, and what can we do if we recognise it is happening.

Who do we turn to? Gary Ferguson Community Education Co-ordinator with Seniors Rights Victoria, Community Lawyer Elsie Stokie frm Barwon Community Legal Service, Julie Fisher - Facility Manager at Barwon Health, and Maree Townsend Acting Director of Aged Care McKellar Centre, Barwon Health chat about such issues. Contacts and Info - www.barwonhealth.org.au *Phone Number: 03 4215 5200 * After Hours: 0409 175 696 * Elder Rights Advocacy * 1800 700 600 * Seniors Rights

Phone * 1300 368 821 * E-mail: [email protected] * Barwon Community Legal Service * 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday * Phone: 1300 430 599 * Email: [email protected] *