To report elder abuse in Wisconsin:

• Wisconsin Nursing Home Elder Abuse
  • In-State: (800) 815-0015
  • Out of State: (608) 246-7013
• Domestic/Community Elder Abuse  – (608) 266-2536

Wisconsin’s elder population is growing.  Unfortunately, as the population continues to grow, so do the number of elder abuse cases.  Even more concerning is that many of those cases will never be reported.  Elderly victims are often too afraid to report abuse or simply do not know that they are being abused.

If you spot any signs of abuse, report it immediately to the numbers listed above.

Spot Warning Signs of Elder Abuse and Neglect

Physical Abuse  is harm inflicted on an elderly person by:

• Punching
• Kicking
• Biting
• Choking
• Hitting
• Shaking
• Throwing

Neglect  occurs when a caregiver fails to provide for an elderly person’s basic needs.  Common signs of neglect are:

• Poor hygiene / always dirty
• Lacks adequate medical or dental care
• Poor diet or lack of food

Financial Exploitation  occurs when a person uses an elderly person’s money or property for personal of financial gain.  Common signs of financial abuse include:

• Unusual account activity
• Unauthorized use of credit cards or checks
• Forged signatures
• Missing personal property