Minnesota Statute 626.5572 Definitions
Review Minnesota Statute 626.5572 Definitions, with careful attention to the following subdivisions: Abuse, Maltreatment, Neglect, Financial exploitation and Report. Your review will help you answer the following Check Your Understanding questions.
Information that will be helpful to have on hand when making a report:
- Name, age and address of the vulnerable adult
- Your name and contact information
- Brief description of the situation and the vulnerable adult
- Any evidence of previous maltreatment
- Location of the incident and any other information that you believe might be helpful in investigating the suspected maltreatment
- Current injuries, medical problems or behavioral problems
- Names of relative or concerned parties in or outside the home
- Name and address of alleged perpetrator
- Explain how you know about the situation, your relationship to the vulnerable adult.
If time permits, it is a good practice to consult with your supervisor and know your agency’s procedures about making a vulnerable adult report.