06/15/2026
💜 What is Elder Abuse?
▫️ Elder abuse is a pattern of power and control that includes physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, verbal, financial, and spiritual abuse.
▫️ The perpetrator can be a family member, close friend, neighbor, adult child or grandchild, caretaker, someone in a position of authority, or anyone the older adult would normally be expected to trust.
▫️ Elder abuse can happen in homes, nursing homes, long-term care and assisted living facilities, and hospitals.
Together, we can create a community where every senior feels safe, valued and supported. 💜