Elderly Abuse and Neglect in Nursing Homes
A nursing home or assisted living facility is expected to be a caring place for the elderly, a place where families put their trust in those who are handling the needs of their elderly relatives because they cannot handle things directly themselves. While that trust is based on a contract and an expectation of service…
Read MoreWhat to Do When You See Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Coming to terms with the need for nursing home care is difficult enough for many families; the stress worsens when they hear news about abuse within these facilities. Being informed about every decision you make regarding the care and well-being of an aging parent or loved one is your first line of defense against any…
Read MoreCommon Myths About Elder Abuse
The elderly are sometimes the butt of gruesome abuse, with layers and layers of complexity that cannot be seen by the naked eye. In fact, what you see or don’t see may only be a piece of the “abuse”. Elder abuse may consist of a woman developing bed sores from neglect in a nursing home…
Read MoreHow to Pick the Right Nursing Home for Your Loved One
Choosing the right nursing home for your loved one can be a difficult decision. Seeking to find a “home away from home”, will require some attention to detail and interrogation. Here are some tips on how to pick the right nursing home for your loved one. Choose a home that is convenient to visit If…
Read MoreTaking Disciplinary Actions in Nursing Home Abuse Cases
Families turn to nursing homes to give the elderly the care and attention they need, but an increasing number of cases come reporting different kinds of abuse. The abuses range from physical, sexual, verbal. And are on the rise. Reports often come of serious incidents that had either put residents at significant risk of harm,…
Read MoreNursing Home Abuse Attorneys – How to Find an Attorney to Take Your Case
Nursing home abuse is a serious problem—and unfortunately, one that has become all too common. A study done by the House Government Reform Committee (Special Investigations Division) revealed that a whopping 30% of nursing homes in the US have been cited for abuses. That’s over 5,200 facilities, which means that thousands of elderly Americans are hurt every…
Read MoreKnow More About Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuits
When you move an elderly family member to a nursing care facility, the hope is that they will receive quality care. Assisted living facilities such as a nursing home should provide an adequate and safe environment, compassionate care and a clean environment for the residents. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and too often…
Read MoreGuide to Prevent Nursing Home Abuse
As the social dynamics of our society make nursing homes an inevitable option for our senior citizens who require care, it becomes our responsibility to also ensure that we are vigilant about protecting them from any abuse or neglect. The elderly citizens of our society are the most vulnerable, especially when living away from home…
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