Assisted living and nursing homes are legally obligated to care for their residents and protect patients’ rights. Understandably, family members assume their loved ones will be safe in these facilities and receive the care and respect they deserve. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Concerns about nursing home neglect or abuse should be taken seriously. If you suspect a...
Continue ReadingFalls among older adults are very common, including in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Sadly, many of these falls are preventable. Nursing home falls often result from neglect. Facilities should have prevention plans and protocols in place to reduce the risk of a patient falling. However, accidents still happen because nursing homes are often understaffed, and employees are...
Continue ReadingNo one ever wants to have to make the difficult decision to place their parent in a nursing home. Sometimes though, when an elder suffers from a medical condition and needs round-the-clock care, there is no other choice. Many people struggle with this decision because ,of course everyone wants their loved one to receive only the highest quality of...
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