Senior Guardian
Preventing & Monitoring Senior Neglect and Abuse — a free tool for families, from Fountain of Dignity.
See it early. Document it. Act on it.
Neglect and abuse hide in silence. Tap each family of signs to learn what to look for when you visit your loved one.
- Unexplained bruises, welts, or injuries
- Bedsores / pressure injuries
- Sudden weight loss
- Signs of dehydration — dry mouth, confusion, weakness
- Untreated wounds or infections
- Poor hygiene — unwashed body, dirty nails, unbrushed teeth
- Soiled bedding or clothing
- Medications missed, mixed up, or missing
- Empty refrigerator or spoiled food
- Unsafe living conditions
- No heat, water, or working utilities
- Fear or nervousness around a particular caregiver
- Withdrawal from family and activities
- Sudden silence — a loved one who stops speaking freely
- Rocking, agitation, or unusual anxiety
- Missing money, valuables, or bank withdrawals they can't explain
- Sudden changes to a will or power of attorney
- Unpaid bills despite enough income
- Expensive "gifts" or payments to a caregiver
Use this checklist on every visit. Mark each item OK or Concern, add your notes, then create your visit summary.
Visit Summary
This page keeps your visit only on this screen — screenshot it to save your record.
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Educational tool only — not medical or legal advice. If a senior is in immediate danger, call 911. To report suspected abuse or neglect in Florida, call 1-800-962-2873.
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Educational tool only — not medical or legal advice. If a senior is in immediate danger, call 911. To report suspected abuse or neglect in Florida, call 1-800-962-2873.
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