NURSING HOME NEGLECT Call now for FREE ADVICE! 619-338-8230       Elder abuse is a growing problem which occurs daily in every community. Abuse can involve physical harm, financial exploitation, emotional or verbal abuse, neglect or abandonment. All forms of abuse are devastating and often occur in isolation making it difficult to identify the need for help. Dementia such as Alzheimers Disease and other factors often make it difficult for an older adult to ask for help. What Can Be Done? Elder abuse requires a community response. Anyone who suspects abuse, or knows of a vunlnerable older adult who is at risk is in a position to help. Please call us for more information. Physical Abuse includes slapping, hitting, bruising, beating or any other intentional act that causes someone physical pain, injury or suffering. Physical abuse also includes excessive forms of restraint used to confine someone against their will (i.e., tying, chaining or locking someone in a room). Emotional Abuse is threatening, intimidating or humiliating an individual and causing them emotional pain, distress or anguish. Emotional abuse can be verbal or non-verbal; it includes insults, yelling and threats of harm or isolation. Financial or Material Exploitation is when someone misuses, mishandles or exploits the elderly or dependent adult's property, possessions or financial assets. This includes using those assets without the individuals consent or manipulating the older or dependent adult for the financial benefit or material gain of another. Neglect takes place when, intentionally or unintentionally, a caregiver fails to support the physical, emotional and social needs of the older or dependent adult. Neglect can include denying food or medication, health services or contact with friends and family. Neglect is the most common form of elder mistreatment in domestic settings. The following indicators by themselves do not necessarily signify abuse or nelgect. They may be clues, however, and thus helpful in assessment of abuse. POSSIBLE INDICATORS OF ABUSE: Bed sores Cuts, lacerations, puncture wounds Bruises, welts, discoloration Any injury incompatible with history An injury which has not been properly cared for. (Injuries are sometimes hidden on areas of the body normally covered by clothing.) Poor skin condition or poor skin hygiene Absence of hair and/or hemorrhaging below scalp Dehydratrion and/or malnourishment without illness-related cause Loss of weight Burns: may be caused by cigarettes, caustics, acids, friction from ropes or chains, or contact with other objects Soiled clothing or bed Call us now for a free consultation.       San Diego Injury Law Center 1202 Kettner Blvd., Suite 4400 San Diego CA 92101 Tel: 619.338.8230 Fax: 619.338.8134 info@sdinjurylaw.com FREE CONSULTATION EVALUATION FORM (all fields required) Name:     Email:     Phone:                 Describe Your Legal Matter:                                                           Serving San Diego, El Cajon, La Mesa, Spring Valley, Mission Valley, Hillcrest, Alpine, Lemon Grove, Santee, Lakeside, Ramona, Vista, Fallbrook, Bonita, Chula Vista, Eastlake, Julian, Mira Mesa, Tierrasanta, Otay Mesa, National City, Imperial Beach, San Ysidro, Jamul, University City, Escondido, Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, Del Mar, Encinitas, Coronado, Oceanside, Poway, San Marcos, Carlsbad, Solana Beach   Disclaimer: The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of an attorney/client relationship. Persons accessing this site are encouraged to seek independent counsel for advice regarding their specific legal issues.           HOME | PERSONAL INJURY | AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENTS | NURSING HOME NEGLECT DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS | CONSTRUCTION SITE ACCIDENTS | INSURANCE DISPUTES       © 2005-2007 San Diego Injury Law Center, All Rights Reserved 1202 Kettner Blvd., Suite 4400, San Diego, CA 92101 Tel: 619-338-8230 info@sdinjurylaw.com