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‘For my safety’

This research by the office of the eSafety Commissioner explores experiences of technology-facilitated abuse among women living with intellectual or cognitive…

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AIDER Program (NSW Rural Fire Service)

The AIDER Program (Assistance for Infirm, Disabled and Elderly Residents) is offered by the NSW Rural Fire Service and is a one-off free service to reduce bush…

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Bullying, Abuse, Domestic and Family violence, how and where to get help and support.

Highlighted since the start of COVID-19, concerns about domestic and family violence have grown. This article has telephone contacts, Apps and web resources to…

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Bushfire Crisis Information

What support is available for people with disabilities and seniors in a bushfire crisis? For people who have been affected by the fires, emergency aid, from em…

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COVID-safe travel tips

We all have the same priorities. We are all people doing our best to look after our families. We stay at home when we can. But, medical emergencies happen, lif…

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Creating a Dementia Safe Home

Creating a home environment that is safe and promotes independence for someone with dementia can be a challenging task. However, by understanding how dem…

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Credit card warning for seniors

According to the Salvation Army’s financial counselling service, people aged 55 and over are requesting assistance and advice when they experience difficulties…

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Domestic and Family Violence - helping a friend in need.

Chances are, very sadly, we all know of someone who is living with violence and or abuse. And, we know that with Covid-19 restrictions, more than likely they a…

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Final report from Aged Care Commission tabled

The Final Report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety was tabled in Parliament today after two years of investigations into the quali…

Fire and Rescue NSW - Seniors Fire Safety Information

People aged 65 years and over account for nearly 50% of house fire fatalities. Most of these fires begin in the kitchen because cooking is left unattended on t…

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Fire Safety

It’s that time of year again, and we should all take some time to make some changes to ensure that our homes, pets, and selves are safe during the high fire da…

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Men's Health Checks

Regular health checks can help identify early signs of health issues. The earlier a problem is discovered, the earlier treatment can begin. Men's health week r…

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National Crisis Numbers

Need someone to talk to? Or someone to help you? Support? We have a list of key contacts to help you.

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Packing for an Emergency

With the recent emergencies we have faced, the need to be prepared is again highlighted. Bushfires, Floods and a Pandemic. If you need to evacuate in a hurry…

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Priority Assistance for Landline Customers

If you or someone you live with has a serious medical condition, you may be able to access Priority Assistance Service for your landline.

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Scams: How to Protect Yourself

With the use of phones and the internet on the rise, scammers are finding new and novel ways to trick and exploit people. Whether it's your money or your ident…

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Screen time for kids with disability.

Remote learning, learning from home, school-at-home, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and general adaptions to learning during COVID-19. How much screen time is to…

Teenage boy with down syndrome taking music lessons over the internet. He sits with music in his lap, is holding his instrument and is watching his teacher on a device

Staying Safe Online - The eSafety Commission

Reports of cyberbullying and digital domestic abuse and their effects appear in the media on an all too regular basis. Bullying may range from minor to the ext…

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Tech Savvy Seniors

Tech Savvy Seniors delivers low-cost digital literacy training to seniors so they can develop the skills and confidence to access information and services onli…

Top 10 Tips for Staying Safe Online

Follow these ten 10 to help you to stay safe online.