Elder Neglect
/ˈɛldər nəˈɡlɛkt/
Definitions
- (n.) Failure by a caregiver to provide necessary care, assistance, or attention to an elderly person, resulting in harm or risk of harm.
The court found the defendant guilty of elder neglect for failing to provide adequate medical care to the elderly resident.
Forms
- elder neglect
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Commentary
Elder neglect is a subset of elder abuse focusing specifically on omission of care, often requiring clear evidence of caregiver duty and resultant harm.
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