Physical abuse means inflicting physical pain or injury upon an older adult.

Sexual abuse means touching, fondling, intercourse, or any other sexual activity with an older adult, when the older adult is unable to understand, unwilling to consent, threatened, or physically forced.

Emotional abuse means verbal assaults, threats of abuse, harassment, or intimidation.

Neglect is failure to provide an older adult with life’s necessities, including, but not limited to, food, clothing, shelter, or medical care.

Financial exploitation means the misuse or withholding of an older adult’s resources by another.

Physical abuse, neglect, or mistreatment: Bruises, pressure marks, broken bones, abrasions, burns

Emotional abuse: Unexplained withdrawal from normal activities, a sudden change in alertness, or unusual depression; strained or tense relationships; frequent arguments between the caregiver and older adult

Verbal or emotional abuse: Belittling, threats, or other uses of power and control by individuals

Neglect: Bedsores, unattended medical needs, poor hygiene, unusual weight loss

Financial abuse: Sudden changes in financial situations