Elder Assistance Daily » minnesota http://www.eadaily.com Resource and Information for Seniors and Their Loved Ones Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:34:46 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Minnesota http://www.eadaily.com/31/reporting-elder-abuse-minnesota/ http://www.eadaily.com/31/reporting-elder-abuse-minnesota/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:28:07 +0000 Elder Abuse Daily http://www.eadaily.com/?p=704
To report elder abuse in Minnesota:
  • Minnesota Nursing Home Elder Abuse or Long Term Care - (800) 333-2433
  • Domestic/Community Elder Abuse  - (800) 333-2433




What are the types of Elder Abuse?

Elder abuse in Minnesota is divided into three categories: Abuse, Neglect and Financial Exploitation.

What are the warning signs of Elder Abuse?

While it may be difficult for an elder to communicate that he/she is being abused, there are some signs/symptoms that you can look for that may uncover elder abuse.

  • Abuse
    • Physical Abuse: Skin discoloration or bruises, cuts, scars or burns.
    • Emotional Abuse: Excessive depression, sudden changes in behavior, withdrawal
    • Sexual Abuse: Bruises around the elder’s genital area
  • Financial Exploitation: Unpaid bills, transfer of personal property such as real estate
  • Neglect:  Poor hygiene or failure to take necessary medicine.  Excessive hunger or thirst
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