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Financial Exploitation
The illegal or improper use of an elder’s funds, property, or assets.
Abandonment
The desertion of an elder by an individual who has assumed responsibility for providing care or by someone with physical custody.
Restriction of Personal Liberties
Limiting the elder's freedom of choice or personal movements without legal authority.
Coercion
Compelling an elder to act in a certain way by using force, threats, or intimidation.
Physical Abuse
The use of physical force that may result in bodily injury, physical pain, or impairment.
Healthcare Fraud and Abuse
Illegal acts perpetrated by healthcare providers or systems.
Neglect
The refusal or failure to fulfill any part of a person’s obligations or duties to an elder.
Emotional Abuse
The infliction of anguish, pain, or distress through verbal or non-verbal acts.
Systemic Abuse
Patterns of abuse or neglect that are due to systemic issues within care institutions.
Self-neglect
Behaviors of an elder that threaten their own health or safety.
Rights Violation
Ignoring or violating an older adult's fundamental rights.
Internet Scams
Deceptive practices that target elders via the internet, often for financial gain.
Identity Theft
The deliberate use of someone else's identity, usually as a method to gain a financial advantage or obtain credit and other benefits.
Isolation
Preventing an elder from having contact with others against their will.
Misuse of Resident Property
Intentionally misusing, misappropriating, or disposing of an elder resident's belongings.
Telemarketing Fraud
Fraudulent schemes perpetrated over the phone, often targeting elders.
Resident-to-Resident Abuse
Abuse occurring between residents in a long-term care setting.
Sexual Abuse
Non-consensual sexual contact of any kind with an older adult.
Psychological Abuse
Behavior that causes mental anguish or emotional distress to an elder.
Medication Misuse
Incorrect administration or the use of drugs to subdue or control an elder without medical justification.
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