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New Adult Safeguarding Unit opens to take reports of elder abuse

Tuesday, 1 October 2019

South Australia’s new Adult Safeguarding Unit (ASU) is officially open for business, as of Tuesday, 1 October 2019. ASU is located in the Office for Ageing Well and has a strong focus on safeguarding the rights of adults at risk of abuse.

The ASU is empowered to act upon reports of abuse or neglect of adults who, through their health, life or other circumstances, may be vulnerable to abuse or neglect.

The ASU will assess all reports of abuse and will then decide on the appropriate action. This could include investigating the situation further or taking immediate action, depending on the circumstances.

Members of the public can report abuse, and seek free confidential advice and support, by contacting the Adult Safeguarding Unit through the SA Elder Abuse Prevention Phone Line 1800 372 310.

For more information, go to www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/officeforageingwell and click on the Adult Safeguarding Unit.

Today Tonight - an investigation into Dr Mario Athinodorou

Monday, 19 August 2019

Chief Executive Carolanne Barkla comments on sexual assault in residential aged care. Also, questions whether the practitioner under investigation should be working at all.

Today Tonight start time 37 minutes 45 seconds

Stan Lee Lawsuit Shines Spotlight on Elder Abuse

Thursday, 6 June 2019

In an interview with The Wire, Chief Executive Carolanne Barkla talks about the avenues available for older people who need help and role of financial institutions in identifying signs of elder abuse.

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Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council

Carolanne Barkla, Chief Executive Aged Rights Advocacy Service has been appointed to the Aged Care Quality and Safety Advisory Council.

The Advisory Council provides advice to the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner in relation to the Commissioner’s functions and may also advise the Minister in relation to these functions.

Read more at the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission website

CCTV cameras trialled in South Australian aged care facilities

Friday, 12 April 2019

At least five South Australian residential aged care facilities will have CCTV cameras installed to better protect the safety and wellbeing of its residents in an Australian-first trial.

Read the full article at Aged Care Guide website

New trial to help older Australians stay mobile and independent

Wednesday, 10 April 2019

A new trial announced by the Australian Government will aim to enable older Australians to remain mobile, independent and living in the comfort of their own homes.