Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV), a program of COTA Victoria, is urging all Victorians this World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) to accept that ‘Elder Abuse is Everybody’s Business’. WEAAD was officially recognised by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2011, and is marked on 15 June each year. It’s an opportunity for people to […]
While Seniors Rights Victoria has a small group of volunteer speakers, their impact is enormous! Our Community Education Volunteers help to counter ageism and raise awareness about the different types of elder abuse, the risks and how to prevent it. They also have a valuable role connecting people who are experiencing elder abuse to Seniors
Seniors Rights Victoria, an elder abuse service based on the advocacy social worker/lawyer model hosted its 10 year anniversary celebration recently at Melbourne City Bowling Club. Guest speakers included Victorian Commissioner for Seniors and Ambassador for Elder Abuse Gerard Mansour, Department of Health and Human Services Assistant Director, Seniors Programs & Participation, Barbara Mountjouris, Seniors
