Older People - Your Rights brochure - text version
Human rights
You have the right to
- live in safety
- make your own choices
- be treated with respect
It is not okay
when these rights are denied by someone you trust, causing you harm.
It can happen to men and women from all walks of life.
Harm can be
- Emotional
- Physical
- Sexual
- Financial
- Neglect
Need help?
Phone
1300 366 611
We can help
- free confidential legal assistance by phone or in person
- representation by our specialist units
- linking with other service providers
- community and group education sessions
Other services that can help
Advocacy Tasmania
1800 005 131
(03) 6224 2240
COTA Tasmania
(03) 6231 3265
Relationships Australia
1300 364 277
Tasmanian Elder Abuse Help Line
1800 441 169
(03) 6237 0047
Mobile and Interstate Call
Legal Aid Offices
Hobart
158 Liverpool Street TAS 7000
Launceston
64 Cameron Street TAS 7250
Devonport
8 Griffith Street TAS 7310
Burnie
50 Alexander Street TAS 7320
Phone 1300 366 611
Monday - Friday 9am-5pm
or find us on the web: www.legalaid.tas.gov.au