Archive for the 'Elderly Abuse' Category
Adult Protective Services
Adult Protective Services, or APS, refers to publicly funded programs which investigate and intervene in reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults who are physically or mentally impaired and unable to protect themselves from harm.
APS programs exist in every state, but practices may vary according to specific law and policy of the particular jurisdiction responsible for the program.
Each of us has a moral obligation to “watch out for our brother & sister”.
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For those who cannot speak for themselves, we must call out.
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For those who cannot use their eyes, we must see.
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For those who cannot hear, we must listen and be attentive.
- For those who cannot use their limbs, we must move to assist them.
Possible Indicators of Abuse, Neglect or Exploitation - They are not necessarily proof, but they may be clues that a problem exists.
Physical Signs Behavior Signs Signs by Caregiver Signs of Financial Abuse
Don’t Let Abusers Take Advantage Of Your Loved Ones
Whenever you hear about an elderly person that is neglected, exploited or abused, you really get mad at those people who take advantage of them. Elderly abuse is not an unusual or uncommon occurrence. It can happen in their own homes or in institutional homes where they are placed. Even family members can be guilty of the crime.
Abuse can be seen in different ways. One type is physical abuse where the elderly are inflicted physical pain by beating or hitting and causing physical injury. There is emotional abuse and sexual abuse as well. They can be exploited by spending their money, selling their assets and resources without their consent. Any form of elderly abuse should be reported immediately.