Visions for Australia: Age

"A new report released today by the Australian Human Rights Commission has found most Australians (90%) agree ageism exists in Australia, with 83% agreeing ageism is a problem and 65% saying it affects people of all ages ... "

"Before entering an aged-care facility, Terance Reeves could use the toilet by himself, talk to family, and walk without assistance. Two months later, he was unable to do any of those things ... "

"Ageism leads to poorer health, social isolation, earlier deaths and cost economies billions: report calls for swift action to implement effective anti-ageism strategies ... "

"Aged care service providers across Australia are urging the federal government and national cabinet to act urgently to stop the spread of Omicron in the sector ... "

"The deficiencies unmasked in aged care and other essential services by the pandemic are predictable consequences of a failure of governments. First, the failure in a wealthy country to value the goal of a dignified quality of life in everyone's later years equally applies to people of all ages, including those who are disabled, disadvantaged, unemployed or homeless ... "

"Financial abuse of our older people – especially for those who are vulnerable and requiring care – is a common and complex problem in Australia ... "

"A former Defence Force member accused of defrauding a 95-year-old man he connected with over their involvement in armed services has faced court ... "