This booklet is designed as a reference for understanding elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Many times, the inquiries pose some hard-to-answer questions, and this booklet pulls together what is known about elder abuse. While written for organizations, it is an excellent guide for individuals wishing to learn more about elder abuse and neglect.

The Maryland Health Care Commission’s Consumer Guide to Long Term Care for information on how to find services you can receive in your home or community such as skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services (physical and speech therapy),assistance with activities of daily living, housekeeping and chores, and meal preparation.

Maryland Health Care Commission’s Checklist to Select a Nursing Home - Immediate Need

Maryland Health Care Commission’s Checklist to Select a Nursing Home 

Know the warning signs of mistreatment.

State of Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s “Maryland Health Quality Portal” webpage for information regarding nursing home inspections, quality of care and patient experience information for nursing homes, assisted living facilities, home health agencies, adult daycare facilities, and hospice.

U.S. Medicare website for its comparison tool on Maryland nursing homes

This booklet identifies the significant risk factors for elder abuse, as well as the needed steps to take if it occurs.