Summary
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Use Designated Responder Process and Quick Assessment Guide to guide investigation
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Take measures to keep clients and staff safe as an investigation can trigger further abuse or escalate risks
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Offer services and linkage to community resources when the adult is capable
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Incapability assessment should include an assessment of cognitive and executive functioning
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A Support and Assistance Plan can be used to formalize care planning for a vulnerable adult when support and assistance is declined
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Emergency Assistance can be provided on a short-term basis to act without delay to prevent serious harm
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Designated Responder flow chart outlines four steps: Report, Investigate, Intervene, and Close
