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Breaking the Silence - Real Life Stories of Elder Abuse

Breaking the Silence - Real Life Stories of Elder Abuse

By: Elder Abuse Action Australia
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Breaking the Silence is a powerful new podcast series sharing the lived experiences of older people who have faced abuse or those who care about them. Each episode features a real story in the words of the person who lived it or family members who walked alongside them. The voices featured are diverse, honest, and deeply moving. From financial manipulation to emotional abuse, these stories highlight the forms abuse can take and the courage it takes to speak out.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Social Sciences
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  • Breaking the Silence - Episode One - Liz

    Breaking the Silence - Episode One - Liz
    Jul 16 2025

    In episode One Liz shares the painful story of her parents, both of whom were experiencing vulnerability due to disability and dementia, and who suffered ongoing abuse at the hands of her sister. While her mother eventually found her way out her father, living with Alzheimer’s, remained trapped in the cycle of harm. Liz’s story is one of heartbreak, resilience and the urgent need for change.
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    1 hr and 1 min
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