Physical abuse:
Hitting, beating, pushing, sexual assault, forcing consumption of additional drugs, locking the senior in a room or house. Look for:

• unusual cuts, bruises, burns, bites
• poor personal hygiene
• untreated bed sores
• dirty clothing & linen
• emotional withdrawal 
   

Emotional abuse:
Yelling, use of harsh words, ignoring the senior, treating the senior like a child, and not allowing the senior to speak with others. Look for:

• confusion
• fear and anxiety
• refusal to speak in front of someone
• certain subjects will not be discussed

Financial abuse:
Not allowing the senior to spend money the way he/she wants, telling lies to get money or property from the senior, stealing money, jewelry or other possessions, forcing a senior to sell or give away property or sign Power of Attorney. Look for:

• malnutrition
• belongings are missing
• sudden changes in senior's will
• signing of Power of Attorney without discussing with a lawyer