Signs of Elder Abuse

There are over thirty-five million people in this country over the age of sixty-five. While the great majority of these older Americans are very capable of functioning well in society and lead productive and active lives, the number of elderly Americans dependant on others for their daily well-being is growing every day.

Many people find themselves in need of assisted living or nursing home care or possibly are still in their own homes, but depending on family members or friends for medical care, help with daily living chores and simple companionship.

Many of these elderly people also find themselves the victims of emotional, verbal, physical and sexual abuse in these assisted living care and nursing home facilities or even in their own homes where they should feel safe and secure.

Some common signs of elder abuse are their personal hygiene needs are not being taken care of, they have chronic infections, sores or bruises or they are heavily medicated to keep them compliant. If an elderly person seems depressed or anxious these symptoms can also be signs of elder abuse.

Residents of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma or the surrounding area who suspect someone they care about is the victim of elder abuse should please contact the experienced elder abuse attorneys at Stipe Injury Law today to protect the legal rights of a vulnerable person.