### Question
How is the term elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation defined?


### Answer
The term **elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 3002* as the following:

> abuse, neglect, and exploitation, of an older individual

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 3002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 34-ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER I-DECLARATION OF OBJECTIVES AND DEFINITIONS**

