ELDER ABUSE

 

Signs of elder abuse

 

- Suspicious or unexplained fractures, bruises, injuries

 

- Malnutrition, dehydration, poor hygiene, inappropriate or insufficient clothing

 

- No access to their money, unusual request by the senior to withdraw money or large amounts of money missing from their bank account

 

- Fear and anxiety associated with family, friends and/or caregivers

 

- Lack of proper medication or over-medication

 

- Being forcibly confined to their room or home

 

- Lack of prostheses such as dentures, glasses, hearing aids or walkers

 

- Lack of comfort and stimulation such as books, television, music or companionship

 

- Unpaid bills or dissappearance of valuables such as jewelry, paintings, furniture or clothing

 

If you recognize these signs in your life or in the live of someone you know;  if you suspect someone you know is a victim of Elder Abuse, you can report it anonymously to Peel Crime Stoppers.  The number to call is 1-800-222-TIPS(8477).

 

Source:  Peel Regional Police