For guardians and loved ones, it is important to look for specific signs of nursing home sexual abuse when visiting loved ones, such as sudden weight loss, unexplained bruises and broken bones, decreased appetite, and changes in demeanor. Additionally, female residents and dementia patients run a higher risk of sexual abuse. Residents with similar issues to dementia, such as Alzheimer’s, are also at a higher risk because of impaired memory and communication challenges. Knowing the signs of potential sexual abuse is crucial. Indicators such as bruises on the thighs or genital area, newly developed anxiety or depression, and unexplained sexually transmitted diseases are also all potential signs of sexual abuse.