How widespread is elder abuse in South Asian communities?
Zahid Jamil (Inset) says that CALD sensitive aged care facilities require substantial financial support from the community which a huge challenge. Credit: wikimedia_commons/Supplied by Zahid Jamil
Elder abuse, including exploitation, neglect and financial coercion, has been on the rise in Australia, as revealed in various government reports from 2021 to 2023. Zahid Jamil, founder of the South Asian Muslim Association of Australia (SAMAA), points to socio-cultural challenges within the Indian-Australian community and highlights gaps in the elder care system. He calls for improved support to protect elderly individuals in this vulnerable group.
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