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    Elder abuse is a widespread but often hidden problem. Each year, approximately 500,000 cases are reported, but millions more go unreported. Abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. Common warning signs include unexplained bruises, withdrawal from activities, frequent arguments between the elder and caregiver, and suspicious withdrawals from bank accounts. While elder abuse is often thought to occur in nursing homes, the majority of abusers are actually family members or paid caregivers. Missouri has a hotline, 1-800-392-0210, to call if elder abuse is suspected.

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    Elder abuse is a widespread but often hidden problem. Each year, approximately 500,000 cases are reported, but millions more go unreported. Abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. Common warning signs include unexplained bruises, withdrawal from activities, frequent arguments between the elder and caregiver, and suspicious withdrawals from bank accounts. While elder abuse is often thought to occur in nursing homes, the majority of abusers are actually family members or paid caregivers. Missouri has a hotline, 1-800-392-0210, to call if elder abuse is suspected.

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    Elder Abuse

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    Elder abuse is a widespread but often hidden problem. Each year, approximately 500,000 cases are reported, but millions more go unreported. Abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. Common warning signs include unexplained bruises, withdrawal from activities, frequent arguments between the elder and caregiver, and suspicious withdrawals from bank accounts. While elder abuse is often thought to occur in nursing homes, the majority of abusers are actually family members or paid caregivers. Missouri has a hotline, 1-800-392-0210, to call if elder abuse is suspected.

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    Preventing Elder Abuse

    One day while youre at the grocery store, you run into your elderly neighbor. Youve lived in the same
    neighborhood for years, and shes always been very engaged in the community. Today, however, she seems
    disoriented and withdrawn, and you notice there are bruises on her arm. When you ask her if everything is ok and
    inquire about the bruises, she tells you everything is fine, and brushes off your concern. Something seems strange,
    but you cant quite put your finger on it.

    Elder abuse is a hidden tragedy. Almost everyone has a loved one that is a senior citizen, whether its a parent,
    grandparent, neighbor or friend. In fact, by the year 2050, the US Census Bureau estimates that the elderly
    population will double. By then, 1 in 5 Americans will be elderly. Unfortunately, as the number of senior citizens
    grows, so does the often unseen problem of elder abuse. Every year, approximately 500,000 cases of elder abuse are
    reported to authorities. Unfortunately, millions more go unreported.

    This abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse as well as neglect and financial
    exploitation. Elder abuse has tragic consequences: research suggests that seniors who have been abused die earlier
    than those who have not.

    While the term elder abuse may conjure up images of nursing homes and strangers, but the truth is that elder abuse
    can occur anywhere. Only around 4% of senior citizens reside in nursing homes; the majority of abusers are family
    members or paid caregivers. No matter how stressful the situation becomes, no one should be a victim of abuse or
    neglect.

    Older adults are vulnerable to abuse for several reasons. Social isolation or mental impairment such as Alzheimers
    or dementia can put an elderly person at risk for abuse or fraud. Many elderly people are vulnerable and dependent
    on others for their care.

    Although every case is different, there are some warning signs of abuse you can look for:

    New or frequent bruises, cuts, or burns
    Withdrawal from activities or unusual depression
    Changes in personality
    Frequent arguments or tension between the elder and the caregiver
    Significant withdrawals from elders bank account
    Sudden money worries or concern with elders budget

    Abuse can happen to elders of all backgrounds, ethnicities and income levels. Elder abuse is a crime, and many
    vulnerable seniors are unable to protect themselves. Missouri has an Elder Abuse and Neglect Hotline that you can
    call if you suspect an elder is being abused, neglected, or exploited. The hotline is 1-800-392-0210, and is available
    365 a year from 8am to 8pm.


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