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How do you know when
an elderly loved-one needs help?
Here are some WARNING SIGNS |
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Frail
Incontinent Difficulty ambulating Poor hygiene (body odor or unkempt) Repeated falls (black and blue marks) Abusing alcohol or drugs |
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Socially
isolated
Physically / verbally abusive Mood swings Depressed Hiding / hoarding "things" Delusions / hallucinations |
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Leaving
stove on
Confused or memory lapses Wanders off at night Can't find their way home Little or no recognition of family members or friends |
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Unopened
mail
Unpaid bills Utilities turned off Loses money or credit cards Cannot account for spending Unable to balance checkbook |
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If
your loved one is living in an unsafe environment and |