Elder Abuse
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Elder Abuse

Elder abuse is the physical, emotional, financial, sexual mistreatment or neglect of older adults. The term is also interchangeable with elderly abuse.

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To report elder abuse in Tennessee:
  • South Dakota Nursing Home Elder Abuse - (888) 277-8366
  • Domestic/Community Elder Abuse - (888) 277-8366




Elder Abuse

Tennessee officials estimates that only 1 out of 23 cases of elder abuse is reported.  Elder abuse is a serious crime.  The Adult Protective Services will invest reports of physical, emotional, sexual or financial abuse or neglect.  To file a report, you will have to know what are common warnings signs of abuse and neglect.  These warning signs include:

  • Neglect:  Needs of the elder are not met by the caregiver responsible for the elder.  Needs include necessities such as food, water, shelter and medicine.  Neglect can be intentional or unintentional.
  • Physical and Sexual Abuse:  Common signs of physical and sexual abuse may include bruises, burns, pain around the genital area and broken or fractured bones.
  • Financial Exploitation: The elder has a difficult time paying for groceries, medicine or clothing when it was never a problem in the past.  Unauthorized bank transactions or the improper use of credit cards or checks occurs.