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Foreword

All Queenslanders have the right to feel safe and secure, whether in their own home or while participating in community activities.

Yet a fear of crime is preventing some seniors from living life to the full.

While statistically seniors are shown to be at a low risk of crime, the personal, financial and emotional impacts of being victimised can sometimes be greater for older Queenslanders.

It is important then that our community develops strategies to better protect seniors as our population ages.

The Seniors Task Force was formed in February 2004 in an effort to combat crime and fear of crime felt by seniors.

This Seniors Safety Handbook is the first initiative of the Task Force.

It provides seniors with practical information and handy hints on personal and property security and will assist seniors to live life to the full and - most importantly - without fear.

I commend this Seniors Safety Handbook to you in the hope it will enhance and support your well-being and independence.

 The Hon Judy Spence MP - Signiture

Judy Spence MP
Judy Spence MP
Minister for Police and Corrective Services


As Minister for Communities and Seniors, I am committed to ensuring Queensland Seniors are safe, valued and empowered within their community.

There is a belief older people are more likely to be the victims of crime. While statistics show this to be untrue, some older people fear for their safety, and this can have an adverse effect on their quality of life.

I am sure the simple and practical strategies outlined in this handbook will help reduce this fear and provide seniors with valuable information enabling them to go about their daily lives within their communities more confidently.

 Lindy Nelson-Carr MP Signature

 Lindy Nelson-Carr MP
Lindy Nelson-Carr MP
Minister for Communities and Seniors

Last Updated: 14/07/2008