Specialist elder abuse service at Tasmania Legal Aid –our team of lawyers and case managers are available to support senior Tasmanians who are experiencing, or at risk of, elder abuse.
Senior Assist can help if you:
- live in Tasmania
- are over the age of 65 years, or 50 years if Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and
- are experiencing, or at risk of, elder abuse
We can:
- help you understand your rights and legal options
- give you advice about recovering property (e.g. your car, personal belongings or money)
- assist with asking someone to leave your property
- assist you to write letters (e.g. requesting return of money)
- help you to report to police or other authorities
- support you to make decisions about your safety and future needs
- provide emotional support and referrals to other agencies where required
Elder Abuse is not ok – Senior Assist know about elder abuse and are trained to help you.