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A vulnerable adult is an adult who, due to mental or bodily disability, cannot take care of themselves without help from others.^[1]^[2]

^ "Vulnerable Adult | DSHS". www.dshs.wa.gov. Retrieved 2020-09-20.
^ "Vulnerable Adult Protective Services Program" (PDF). November 8, 2021.