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Bookmark or Share- Get the Facts on Elder Abuse - The National Council on AgingElder abuse is a silent problem that robs older adults of their dignity, security, and—in some cases—costs them their lives. Get the facts and learn how NCOA supports reauthorization and funding of the Elder Justice Act and elder abuse protections in the Older Americans Act.
- Elder abuse: How to spot warning signs, get help, and report mistreatmentElder abuse affects people across all socioeconomic groups, cultures, races, and ethnicities. What are the signs of elder abuse? While many of these symptoms may be the result of disease conditions or medications, their appearance should prompt further investigation to determine and remedy the cause.
- Abuse of older people - World Health Organization (WHO)The abuse of older people, also known as elder abuse, is a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person.
- This Is Elder Abuse: Types, Warning Signs, and How to Report ItLearn which types of elder abuse and neglect are common. Find out what to look for, where to get help, and what to expect from Adult Protective Services. Here's how to recognize elder abuse and what you should do right now if you suspect it.
- Elder abuse - WikipediaElder abuse occurs when a person fails to treat an elder with respect, and it may include verbal abuse. The elder experiences social isolation or lack of acknowledgement. One indicator of emotional abuse is the elder adult's being unresponsive or uncommunicative.
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