What is Elder Abuse?

Elder abuse refers to any intentional, reckless, or negligent acts by a care giver or any other person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult or that deprives the vulnerable adult of the necessities of life. Abuse may be:

Physical Abuse - Inflicting, or threatening to inflict, physical injury or pain on a vulnerable elder, or depriving them of basic needs. Includes hitting, striking, pinching, pushing, grabbing, rough treatment and excessive, inappropriate or unauthorized use of physical restraints or drugs used to control your behavior.