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  • My friend lives with her children and I am concerned about her health. She rarely has clean clothes to wear, she can only go out when her daughter feels it is convenient, and she isn’t receiving her insulin shots on a regular basis. What constitutes neglect of an older person?
  • What are signs of neglect?
  • My elderly uncle is very independent. He lives by himself and has no help. Lately his kitchen and bathroom have been very dirty. His vision is failing and he doesn’t appear to be eating very well. I am worried about him becoming ill or having an accident because he isn’t looking after himself. What can I do to help him?
  • I'm afraid I might offend my uncle if I suggest something too drastic. How can I be helpful but gentle at the same time?

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