Appears dirty, underfed, dehydrated, over or undermedicated, or not receiving needed care for medical problems. Missing dentures, glasses, hearing aids. Recent changes in banking or spending patterns. Selling or disposing of property without permission. Being tricked into bad investments. Going without affordable necessities Isolated from friends and family. Repeatedly be ignored for long periods of time. Embarrassing the senior in front of others. 57 www.rnca.ca DO YOU KNOW HOW TO SPOT SENIORS ABUSE? PHYSICAL ABUSE EMOTIONAL ABUSE FINANCIAL ABUSE SEXUAL ABUSE Has unexplained bruises, burns, or scars. Being kicked, restraining, scratch marks. Being punched, hit or slaped. NEGLECT ABUSE Unusual fear of person, or inappropriate touching. Stained, torn or bloody clothes, pain and bruising. Unwanted sexualized behavior. If you or someone you know is being abused or neglected, help is available. Please refer to page 73 for help.
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