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Gaming, not just for the grandkids

Gaming, not just for the grandkids

Video gaming has long been stereotyped as an activity for…
How can we improve supported decision making in NSW?

How can we improve supported decision making in NSW?

Tell the NSW Government about your experiences. The Committee on…
Your right to have your aged care contributions reduced or waived

Your right to have your aged care contributions reduced or waived

If you’re finding it difficult to pay aged care fees,…
Seniors Rights Service 2024 – 2025 Annual Report

Seniors Rights Service 2024 – 2025 Annual Report

We are pleased to present our Annual Report for the…
Supported decision making, what is it and what’s new?

Supported decision making, what is it and what’s new?

We all have the right to make decisions about our…
Seniors Rights Service Board Statement on Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD)

Seniors Rights Service Board Statement on Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD)

Seniors Rights Service supports the rights of older people to…
What the new Aged Care Act means for older people

What the new Aged Care Act means for older people

The new Aged Care Act impacts everyone who accesses aged…
It’s time for an inquiry into a Human Rights Act

It’s time for an inquiry into a Human Rights Act

An Open Statement from the NSW Community As organisations and…
What is aged care and what’s changed?

What is aged care and what’s changed?

Aged care services support older people who need help at…
Our submission to the Review of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

Our submission to the Review of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

Seniors Rights Service has developed a submission for the review…
Community consultations near you: the new aged care reforms explained

Community consultations near you: the new aged care reforms explained

Big changes are coming to aged care. From 1 November…
What is an aged care resident agreement?

What is an aged care resident agreement?

A resident agreement is a legal agreement between a resident…
Community legal sector justice action plan for the 48th Parliament

Community legal sector justice action plan for the 48th Parliament

Community Legal Centres Australia has launched its Vision for Justice…
What is Elderspeak?

What is Elderspeak?

Elderspeak is a communication style characterised by simplified language, patronising…
Are you impacted by the delay in the new Aged Care Act?

Are you impacted by the delay in the new Aged Care Act?

The Senate Standing Committees on Community Affairs is accepting submissions…
NAIDOC Week 2025

NAIDOC Week 2025

National NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia from the…
Elder Abuse Awareness

Elder Abuse Awareness

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June is a chance to…
2025 Inspire Awards

2025 Inspire Awards

Seniors Rights Service held our first annual Inspire Awards recognition…
Future Focused: All Staff Conference 2025

Future Focused: All Staff Conference 2025

Over two days in May 2025, the entire Seniors Rights…
Cybersecurity Tips for Older People

Cybersecurity Tips for Older People

We all deal with different providers and organisations. It can…
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