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Join the Fight for Fair Oral Health for Seniors & Forgotten Australians/Care Leavers

Given the well documented neglect and lack of medical attention many Forgotten Australians/Care Leavers experienced in institutions, this group is at elevated risk for untreated lifelong dental disease.

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Alliance for Forgotten Australians is advocating for senior Australians, including ageing Forgotten Australians/Care Leavers, to be able to use their Medicare card for dental services in the same way they do for medical appointments. Such a measure would ensure equitable access to dental care, removing the financial barriers that currently force many to forgo necessary treatment.

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Providing access to dental services under Medicare would help prevent situations where Forgotten Australians/Care Leavers endure ongoing pain, avoid seeking vital care, or experience anxiety due to the potential costs involved. Equitable dental care access is essential to safeguarding the health and dignity of all senior Australians.

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AFA is asking Forgotten Australians/Care Leavers to add you voice to this campaign by:

• Emailing or writing to your local MP and demand dental care under Medicare
• You can find details about your MP here: https://www.aph.gov.au/Senators_and_Members​
• Use the template letter of write your own letter 
• Flyers about the campaign will be available at Find & Connect Services