Neglect and acts of omission

Can include not being given the correct medication or care, not allowed to see a doctor or other health professional, or restricting access to educational services, appropriate medication, food or heating.

Signs of neglect

• Person is found alone at home or in a care setting in a situation of serious risk
• Unexplained or sudden deterioration in health e.g., weight loss, infections or pressure sores
• Rushing a person with eating their meal or not cutting up their food so that they can easily eat it
• Failure to give the correct dose of medication and at the right time
• Undue delay in getting medical care for illness or injury
• Deprived of adequate food or heating, resulting in avoidable weight loss or hypothermia.