Elder Abuse of a Senior Citizen

Elders become frail and vulnerable as they age, requiring increased love and care.

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Elder Abuse of a Senior Citizen

As elders become frail and vulnerable with age, they require increased love and care. When a senior is subject to abuse , it becomes difficult for them to fight back and speak out. Many seniors are being abused and harmed by people who are responsible for their care – be it a family member or an employee of a nursing home.We see extreme levels of abuse in some situations, but other times the abuse is subtle. Signs of elder abuse may be hard to discern in such cases and it may be difficult to distinguish abuse from interpersonal distress that comes with old age.
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Elder abuse of a senior citizen
While one of the following signs alonedoes not necessarily indicate abuse, it may be a tell-tale sign that abuse or neglect is occurring:
  • Bruises, pressure marks, broken bones, abrasions, and burns may be an indication of physical abuse, neglect, or mistreatment
  • Unexplained withdrawal from normal activities, a sudden change in alertness, and unusual depression may be indicators of emotional abuse
  • Sudden and severe weight loss caused by malnourishment and dehydration may be an indication of neglect
  • Bedsores, unattended medical needs, poor hygiene, and unusual weight loss are indicators of possible neglect
  • Strained or tense relationships, frequent arguments between the caregiver and elderly person may be signs of abuse.
The best way to notice signs of elder abuse is to be alert and vigilant. The suffering is often silence. If you notice a change in an elder’s.personality or behavior, you need to ask questions. Your inquiry one step can make a huge difference in an elder’s life.
At Moran Law, we have different areas of practice for abuse and neglect cases on elderly, and a dedicated team of attorneys, paralegals and medical consultants to take care of every case.We know how to handle elder abuse of a senior citizen.
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