1.9 Signs of Elder Abuse

Signs of Elder Abuse

• Becoming withdrawn.
• Exhibiting frequent agitation or violence.
• Rocking back and forth.
• Having unexplained pressure marks, bruises, burns, cuts, or scars.
• The development of preventable conditions (e.g., bedsores).
• Unsafe, hazardous, or unclean living conditions.
• General signs of poor hygiene (e.g., dirty clothes, body odor, unwashed hair).
• Lack of personal health care items (e.g., glasses, dentures).
• Sudden and unexpected financial losses or unpaid bills despite having adequate financial resources.