Adult Protective Services Act Flashcards
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What can the sections 415.101-415.113 be cited as?

  • Adult Safety Services Act
  • Adult Protective Services Act (correct)
  • Vulnerable Adult Protection Act
  • Elder Protection Act
  • What does the term 'abuse' refer to in the context of the Adult Protective Services Act?

    A willful act or threatened act by a relative, caregiver, or household member that causes or is likely to cause significant impairment to a vulnerable adult's physical, mental, or emotional health.

    What are 'activities of daily living'?

    Functions and tasks for self-care including ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting.

    Who is defined as an 'alleged perpetrator'?

    <p>A person who has been named by a reporter as responsible for abusing, neglecting, or exploiting a vulnerable adult.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'capacity to consent' mean?

    <p>A vulnerable adult's sufficient understanding to make and communicate responsible decisions regarding their person or property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who qualifies as a 'caregiver'?

    <p>A person who has been entrusted with or has assumed responsibility for the regular care of a vulnerable adult.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'deception' entail in the context of the Adult Protective Services Act?

    <p>A misrepresentation or concealment of a material fact relating to services rendered or the disposition of property intended to benefit a vulnerable adult.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'exploitation' mean?

    <p>A person who stands in a position of trust and confidence with a vulnerable adult and knowingly obtains or uses their funds or property to deprive them of benefit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Adult Protective Services Act Overview

    • Known as the "Adult Protective Services Act."
    • Acknowledges the need for protective services due to age or disability.
    • Aim to provide equal rights while protecting individuals from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
    • Intends to detect and correct issues through social services and criminal investigations.
    • Promotes mandatory reporting to safeguard vulnerable adults.
    • Focuses on minimal restrictions of personal liberty and constitutional rights.
    • Encourages family involvement in the care of vulnerable adults.

    Key Definitions

    • Abuse: Willful acts or threats by caregivers causing significant impairment to a vulnerable adult's health.
    • Activities of Daily Living: Self-care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and toileting.
    • Alleged Perpetrator: Individual named as responsible for abusing or neglecting a vulnerable adult.
    • Capacity to Consent: Understanding necessary for vulnerable adults to make informed decisions regarding their care and services.
    • Caregiver: Individuals responsible for regular care of vulnerable adults, including relatives, guardians, and volunteers, but excludes law enforcement in an official capacity.
    • Deception: Misrepresentation or concealment of facts related to services or property benefiting a vulnerable adult.

    Exploitation Definition and Examples

    • Exploitation: Misuse of trust to obtain a vulnerable adult's property or assets through deception or intimidation.
      • Can occur when the perpetrator knows or should know the adult lacks the capacity to consent.
    • Types of exploitation include:
      • Breach of fiduciary relationships (misuse of power of attorney, abuse of guardianship).
      • Unauthorized taking of personal assets.
      • Misappropriation or misuse of funds belonging to a vulnerable adult.

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