New Hampshire
To report elder abuse in New Hampshire:
- New Hampshire Nursing Home Elder Abuse or Long Term Care - (800) 442-5640
- Domestic/Community Elder Abuse – (800) 351-1888
Elder abuse is a growing problem in New Hampshire. Many cases of abuse go unreported as elderly victims are too afraid, ill or unwilling to admit that he/she is being abused. It is up to the people around elders to detect and report elder abuse immediately to the appropriate authorities.
How Can I Spot Elder Abuse?
There are many symptoms and signs of elder abuse. Some of the signs of physical or financial abuse or neglect when an elder:
- Fails to explain or provide conflicting explanations for bruises, welts, burns or broken bones;
- Appears to suffer from malnutrition or dehydration;
- Becomes increasingly withdrawn or isolated;
- Fails to pay monthly bills or loses ownership of personal property such as TVs, jewelry, automobile, real estate
What Can I do to Prevent Elder Abuse?
There are many ways to help prevent or stop elder abuse or exploitation in New Hampshire. Some of the ways include:
- Visiting the elderly person regularly and speaking with him or her in a private setting;
- Becoming more observant and listening carefully to the elder and/or actions of nursing home caregivers
- Speaking out when you identify anything suspcious and addressing it to the appropriate authorities immediately
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