COTA NT (also known as Council on the Ageing NT) is the peak body for Seniors in the Northern Territory advocating for their rights and wellbeing since 1969
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How to I report elder abuse or suspected elder abuse?
In a critical situation (e.g. where there is a serious risk to an older person’s life), it is vital to seek help from the appropriate emergency service (e.g. Police or Ambulance) by phoning 000.
Domestic and family violence can take many forms. It can happen to anyone.
It is when a partner, ex-partner or family member hurts another family member. Domestic or family violence may include any of the following:
physical harm
sexual abuse
violent or threatening behaviour
verbal or social abuse
psychological or emotional abuse
neglect
financial exploitation.
Reporting domestic and family violence (this includes elder abuse)
If you are experiencing or have witnessed domestic, family, or sexual violence you must report it.
Call 000 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger.
If you don’t feel comfortable, get someone you trust to call the police for you. You don’t have to give your name and contact details if you don’t want to.
Who else can help in the Northern Territory
COTA NT
Contact: 08 8941 1004 (Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 3pm except during public holidays)
Darwin Community Legal Service
Darwin Community Legal Service (DCLS) Contact: Darwin Community Legal Service – 8982 1111 or 1800 812 953 (free call) – www.dcls.org.au (Older Persons’ Abuse Information Line – 1800 037 072)
Catholic Care NT in Alice Springs and Tennant Creek
