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The National Center for Elder Abuse defines elder abuse as “any knowing, intentional, or negligent act by a caregiver or any other person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult.” This abuse can result in six main categories: neglect, emotional abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, exploitation and abandonment.
