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Overview What is elder abuse? Signs of abuse Myths about elder abuse Rights of vulnerable adults Maintaining connections Current laws Legislative updates Laws by state Articles of interest COMMON FORMS OF ABUSE Many people mistakenly assume that only battered paople are abused. → More TAKE ACTION "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."             Dr. Margaret Mead Gary A. Jones When Gary Jones became sick with terminal cancer, his caregiver denied him visitation with his children. → More Click on a state to begin. The current laws in that state will be displayed below. Arizona In the state of Arizona, a vulnerable adult is defined as an individual, eighteen years of age or older, who is unable to protect himself from abuse, neglect or exploitation by others because of a physical or mental impairment. The state of Arizona defines abuse as: Physical abuse: Intentional infliction of physical harm; unreasonable confinement. Neglect: Injury caused by negligent acts or omissions. Specially, neglect means a pattern of conduct without the person's informed consent resulting in deprivation of food, water, medication, medical services, shelter, cooling, heating or other services necessary to maintain minimum physical or mental health. Sexual abuse: Sexual abuse or sexual assault. Exploitation: The illegal or improper use of an incapacitated or vulnerable adult or his resources for another's profit or advantage. Here are some links for reference on elder abuse in the state of Arizona: http://www.azleg.state.az.us/ars/46/00451.htm http://www.de.state.az.us/aaa/programs/aps/default.asp