A troubling report published this year by the Long Term Care Community Coalition (LTCCC) sheds light on why so many cases of nursing home neglect and abuse go unreported. The report, “’They Make You Pay:’ How Fear of Retaliation Silences Residents in America’s Nursing...
Malnutrition and dehydration are common indicators of abuse and neglect in nursing homes. Malnutrition in nursing homes happens when a resident does not receive sufficient nutrients or receives more nutrients than necessary. It interferes with the body’s natural...
Recognizing signs that suggest your loved one needs to switch nursing homes can be difficult. But it is vital for their well-being. If you notice any signs that show they are in an unfit nursing home, you must consider moving them to a different facility. Not meeting...
Falls are a common cause of injuries among older people. While most falls are not serious, others can lead to severe injuries. Injuries from falls can lead to permanent disability and reduced quality of life. Luckily, falls in nursing homes can be prevented. Below are...
There are certain health issues that people associate with advanced age. For example, it is common knowledge that older adults are more vulnerable to being hurt as a result of a fall than younger people are. Those who are in their golden years may also have...
Nursing homes provide care for people who are considered more vulnerable. Often, this concerns elderly individuals. While the care each person requires will vary from case to case, nursing homes have a legal duty to ensure that all residents are safe at the very...
When you move a parent or other loved one into a nursing home or other care facility, you assume the management and staff are prepared to keep their residents safe if a disaster strikes. Unfortunately, as we’ve seen in tragic cases – some here in the Southeast – they...
Falls are among the most common causes of accidental injury and death in the United States. What makes falls so dangerous is that they can essentially happen to anyone. Nonetheless, there is no doubt that elderly people are especially vulnerable to this type of...
When you send a loved one to a nursing home, you have a right to expect that they are treated with kindness, dignity and compassion while at the facility. After all, this is what you are paying for. Unfortunately, too many nursing home residents are subjected to...
When people hear the terms “nursing home abuse,” they usually think of physical injuries – bruises, bed sores and neglect of care. While those are the easiest kinds of abuse to spot, they aren’t the only form of abuse that can occur. Residents of nursing homes count...
