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frail elder

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frail elder,
an older person (usually above 85 years of age) who has multiple physical or mental disabilities that may interfere with the ability to perform activities of daily living independently.


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She begins with some trends, such as more frail elders living at home, a heightened understanding of victims, a widening abuse prevention network, and international prevention initiatives.
At the other is the frail elder, consuming precious food, no longer able to contribute to the tribe's needs, shunted off on an ice floe.
We bring a lot of care into the home and help them care for the frail elder," he said.
 
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