Be alert for signs of elder abuse

Did you know that neglect, abandonment, and healthcare fraud are all types of abuse? NIA’s Elder Abuse AgePage offers information and tips. For example: Be attentive. Trouble sleeping, agitation, withdrawal, and unexplained bruises or burns may be signs of abuse. Get details. If you suspect abuse or mistreatment, talk with the older person and try to learn what’s going on. Find help. Contact a social service agency—or call 911 or local police right away if an older person is in urgent danger. Read online or order free copies of the Elder Abuse AgePage. Use these social media messages to share information about elder abuse: Do you know the signs of #elderabuse? Find out what to look for and what to do if you detect them. http://1.usa.gov/1HBJppY Worried about #elderabuse or mistreatment? Be alert to signs and learn how to get help if needed. http://1.usa.gov/1HBJppY