In this special episode, Sasha and Lynn from Legal Aid NSW's Elder Abuse Service, chat to Peg, an elder abuse survivor, about her experience getting legal help.

If you or anyone you know is experiencing elder abuse, contact the Elder Abuse Service on (02) 4324 5611 or via Legal Aid NSW's team at LawAccess NSW. Call 1300 888 529 or chat online at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au

The content in this episode may be distressing for some listeners. If you need support, help is available.

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This week marks Scams Awareness Week. The theme is 'Share a story, stop a scam', to encourage Australians to speak up and report scams.

• Learn more about Scams Awareness Week: www.scamwatch.gov.au
• Read Legal Aid NSW's information about cyber safety
• Watch Legal Aid NSW's webinar about scams
• Report a scam via Scamwatch
• Contact IDCARE to create a free plan if you've been scammed: 1800 595 160 www.idcare.org
• Speak to a financial counsellor: 1800 007 007 or chat online
• 24/7 crisis support: Beyond Blue or Lifeline

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The stories shared in this episode are provided by IDcare: www.idcare.org

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Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.

This episode was originally recorded for our Law Matters podcast for people in prison.

If you work with people in prison or other people who are on a visa, this episode may be relevant to you. We've included tips for community and support workers.

Legal Aid NSW has an Immigration Service which is a specialist service of Legal Aid NSW. They can provide free legal advice, assistance and representation about refugee law and other immigration matters. If you have an immigration or citizenship question, start with our team at LawAccess NSW. They can give you legal information and connect you with services that can help you, including the Legal Aid NSW Immigration Service. Click on the ‘Chat with us’ button at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.

Disclaimer: This podcast is a general guide to the law. You should not rely on it as legal advice. We recommend that you talk to a lawyer about any particular situation. The information is correct at the time of publishing but it may change. For more information, start with our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au or on 1300 888 529.