Emotional abuse includes verbal threats, isolation, ridicule, intimidation, and withholding comfort. Other names for emotional abuse include mental abuse and psychological abuse. This abuse may not cause physical harm, but it can lead to depression and anxiety, exacerbating underlying physical conditions. While anyone is vulnerable to emotional abuse, it can be particularly devastating for people with dementia or other cognitive impairments.
Financial abuse includes anyone who uses their power over an older adult to misappropriate any of that person’s financial assets. It can involve outright theft, such as a staff member taking a piece of jewelry or cash from the resident. It can also involve more subtle forms of abuse, like a staff member gaining a resident’s trust and using that to get access to their loved one’s accounts. No nursing home staff member should be involved in the resident’s finances.
Sexual abuse can be one of the more horrifying types of abuse. Residents may fear reporting the abuse because of the stigma associated with sexual assault or fear of retaliation. This type of abuse can range from harassment to non-consensual contact and even sexual assault. A Bakersfield attorney can help families identify any potential elder abuse.
Schedule a Free Consultation
facebook
Instagram
Twitter
Linkedin
Youtube
Tiktok
600+ Google Reviews
