Post by troyhather on Apr 8, 2018 1:26:44 GMT -5
What Are Signs of Abuse?
You may see signs of abuse or neglect when you visit an older person at home or in an eldercare facility. You may notice the person:
Has trouble sleeping
Seems depressed or confused
Loses weight for no reason
Displays signs of trauma, like rocking back and forth
Acts agitated or violent
Becomes withdrawn
Stops taking part in activities he or she enjoys
Has unexplained bruises, burns, or scars
Looks messy, with unwashed hair or dirty clothes
Develops bed sores or other preventable conditions
If you see signs of abuse, try talking with the older person to find out what’s going on. For instance, the abuse may be from another resident and not from someone who works at the nursing home or assisted living facility. Most importantly, get help.
You may see signs of abuse or neglect when you visit an older person at home or in an eldercare facility. You may notice the person:
Has trouble sleeping
Seems depressed or confused
Loses weight for no reason
Displays signs of trauma, like rocking back and forth
Acts agitated or violent
Becomes withdrawn
Stops taking part in activities he or she enjoys
Has unexplained bruises, burns, or scars
Looks messy, with unwashed hair or dirty clothes
Develops bed sores or other preventable conditions
If you see signs of abuse, try talking with the older person to find out what’s going on. For instance, the abuse may be from another resident and not from someone who works at the nursing home or assisted living facility. Most importantly, get help.