There's a form of elder abuse that's on the rise, and the NSW Ageing and Disability Commission think they know why.
"Inheritance Impatience" is the term being used to explain an increase in elder abuse as younger generations trying to get by are watching as their boomer parents continue to hold the majority of the country's wealth as their life expectancy continues to grow.
In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at whether money really is causing an increase in abuse in our elder generations.
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CREDITS
Host: Claire Murphy
With thanks to:
Dr Rae Kaspiew - Socio-Legal Researcher with Expertise in Family Law, Family Violence and Elder Abuse.
Producer: Claire Murphy
Executive Producer: Kally Borg
Audio Producer: Thom Lion