PHYSICAL SIGNS
- Dehydration or
malnutrition
- Broken bones
- Pain from touching
- Scratches, punctures,
burns, bruises
- Soiled clothing or bed
SIGNS OF CAREGIVER ABUSE
- Forced isolation
- Lack of affection or
care for the adult
- Communicates to others
that adult is a burden
- Conflicting stories or
accounts of details
- Prevents adult from
speaking with others
- Prevents visitation
from family and friends
- Inappropriate sexual
relationship or language
- History of mental
illness, criminal behavior, or family violence
PSYCHOLOGICAL/BEHAVIORAL SIGNS
- Depression
- Lack of communication
and talking
- Isolation or
withdrawal
- Anxiety
- Anger
- Frequent change of
healthcare professionals
SIGNS OF FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION
- Missing personal
belongings
- Suspicious signatures
- Frequent checks made
out to “cash”
- Elder has no knowledge
of monthly income
- Numerous unpaid bills
- Discrepancies in tax
returns
- Large bank withdrawal
- Unusual bank activity
- A changed will
