### Question
How is the term neglect defined?


### Answer
The term **neglect** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 14041* as the following:

> the failure of a caregiver or fiduciary to provide the goods or services that are necessary to maintain the health or safety of an individual in later life

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 14041*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 136-VIOLENT CRIME CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT > SUBCHAPTER III-VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN > Part G-Enhanced Training and Services To End Abuse Later in Life**

