Primary keyword: elder abuse
Secondary keyword: home health care
Title: Elder Abuse Can Take Many Forms and Can Are Hard to Detect
H1 Thousand Oaks Senior Care Experts Recognize the Signs of Elder Abuse
Aging adults may suffer from more than one kind of elder abuse. Those suffering from dementia are especially vulnerable. Pegasus professionals providing senior care in Thousand Oaks are aware of the kinds and signs of abuse.
Most family caregivers do not intentionally abuse their elders. They lack training and become easily overwhelmed. They often don’t know …show more content…
A senior suffering from dementia is not competent to give consent. Any unwanted attempt to sexually arouse the senior or satisfy a sexual need of the caregiver is abuse.
Millions of seniors are subjected to abuse every year. The United Nations instituted World Elder Abuse Awareness Day to shed light on the problem of abuse. The goal is to encourage solutions that will reduce the occurrence of elder abuse.
Awareness Day fell on June 15, 2018. For those providing senior care in Thousand Oaks, every day is awareness day. Any abuse on any day needs to be recognized and stopped.
H2 Pegasus Home Health Care Professionals Are Trained to Recognize Elder Abuse
Seniors are often too embarrassed or intimidated to tell someone they are abused. Many are also afraid of losing their independence. They explain away any visible signs by saying they fell or bumped into something.
Pegasus is a nurse owned and operated company. We know what the signs of abuse are and what to look for. We also know how to talk to our patients to learn the truth of what’s happening.
One of the first things we notice is self-neglect. Abused victims may be depressed, grieving, or their medical condition is worsening without cause. They no longer take care of their hygiene, appearance, or …show more content…
If medication instructions aren’t clear, we confirm the dosage and timing with the patient’s physician. We also are aware of dietary guidelines and whether they’re being followed.
H3Safety Is Primary
Our priority is the safety of our patients. We know seniors prefer to live independently in their Thousand Oaks home. We do everything we can to make their preference a reality.
Pegasus is a licensed Home Care Organization and a Joint Commission Accredited Home Health Care organization. We have consistently provided quality care to our clients since 1994. Our adherence to the highest ethical and clinical standards has made us an industry leader.
Our team tailors our services to fit the needs of each patient. Individuals are treated with dignity and respect for their privacy regardless of their medical needs. We work one-on-one with our patients to improve their quality of life.
When we discover indications of elder abuse, we take the appropriate steps to stop it. That can range from counseling for family abusers to contacting the authorities. Pegasus senior care in Thousand Oaks is here to help elderly individuals stay healthy and