Elder & Vulnerable Adult Abuse

Question 1

any action, or inaction, that harms or threatens to harm the health or well–being of an elderly person or vulnerable adult by a person in a position of trust or authority. This includes physical/sexual abuse, psychological abuse, financial abuse, neglect or any combination thereof.

Answer 1

Elder and Vulnerable Adult Abuse

Question 2

for the purposes of Procedure 05–22 means a person over the age of 65.

Answer 2

Elderly

Question 3

physical abuse (includes sexual abuse), psychological abuse, financial abuse, neglect or any combination
thereof.

Answer 3

Harm

Question 4

person unable to independently manage their day–to–day affairs due to cognitive impairment, thus
making them vulnerable to abuse

Answer 4

Incapable

Question 5

any adult who by nature of a physical, emotional or psychological condition is dependent on other
persons for care and assistance in day–to–day living.

Answer 5

Vulnerable Adult