Preventing Elder Abuse

Elder Abuse crosses all social, economic and ethnic lines – any elderly person could become a victim. It is important to become aware of the possibility of elder abuse and be able to recognize signs that might suggest its occurrence. This awareness will enable us to help neighbors, friends or family members who may need information, direction, support or assistance.

It doesn’t take any special effort.  But it does mean caring enough to notice something out of the ordinary—changes in the older person’s appearance or behavior, deteriorating health, or personal hygiene, missing possessions or money.