About SaferSeniors

SaferSeniors is a professional development program designed to strengthen the capacity of workers who support older people. It builds understanding of elder abuse—its causes, signs, and impacts—and develops practical skills to recognise, respond to, and prevent mistreatment.

Developed by Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA), this short course combines evidence-based learning with real-world case examples. Learners explore trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approaches that promote safety, autonomy, and dignity for older people

Each self-paced module includes interactive content, reflection activities and practical examples to apply in everyday work.

Collaboration

SaferSeniors has been developed in collaboration with organisations that specialise in advocacy, relationship support, and legal services for older people. The following organisations have supported and informed the design development of SaferSeniors:

Additional input and review provided by our Diversity Impact Panel with representation by:

Additional jurisdictional information kindly provided by:

About EAAA

Elder Abuse Action Australia (EAAA) is the national peak body working to end the abuse and mistreatment of older Australians. EAAA leads education, advocacy and collaboration initiatives that promote safety, respect and inclusion for older people.

Through partnerships with governments, community organisations and industry, EAAA drives systemic change to ensure that every older Australian can live free from abuse and discrimination.

SaferSeniors is part of EAAA’s commitment to building an informed, skilled workforce that can recognise the signs of abuse, respond with empathy and professionalism, and help prevent harm before it occurs.