Your loved ones deserve the best, leading you to rely on nursing homes that promise top-notch care and support. Unfortunately, many facilities fall short of expectations. Skin infections, a common consequence of nursing home neglect, can pose severe health risks to...
Nursing Home Negligence
What are the signs of nursing home abuse?
Elder abuse is a severe problem that can leave lasting impacts on seniors. It takes on many forms, including physical, sexual, emotional and psychological maltreatment. Unfortunately, this issue remains prevalent in the United States, where 10% of all people over...
How do you know if a loved one’s death was wrongful?
The death of a loved one is one of life's most difficult experiences. When the cause of their death is sickness or old age, you had at least some opportunity to process and prepare for it. Of course, it does not make the loss any less painful, but there is some...
The hazards of unsanitary conditions in nursing homes
Unsanitary conditions in nursing homes puts the health and well-being of residents at great risk, especially since many of them are elderly. This means most residents may have compromised immune systems, which makes them more vulnerable to infections and diseases....
Inadequate staff training resulting in nursing home negligence
When families decide to leave their elderly loved ones’ care to a nursing home, they trust that the facility has well-trained staff to ensure their residents receive the care and attention they need. Unfortunately, some nursing home administrators fail to complete...
Why elder abuse victims suffer in silence
Statistics show that nursing home residents continue to experience abuse of all kinds, including physical, financial and even sexual abuse. People in their later years are among the most defenseless people, making them easy prey for abusive caretakers and fellow...
What Are Some Physical Signs Of Nursing Home Abuse?
When you placed your loved one in the care of a nursing home or healthcare facility, you expected the best care possible. Unfortunately, many elderly residents experience some kind of abuse and neglect. You may not immediately notice abuse and neglect toward your...
4 Signs Of Financial Abuse In Nursing Homes
Financial abuse in nursing homes is distressing and can have severe consequences for vulnerable residents. This abuse occurs when someone exploits or manipulates an elderly individual's finances for personal gain. Unfortunately, financial abuse in nursing homes is...
Emotional Abuse Is A Form Of Nursing Home Negligence
You probably understand how physical abuse can harm your elderly loved one, but what about emotional or psychological abuse? Sometimes this type of abuse can cause as much or more harm than physical mistreatment. For example, it can cause heightened anxiety, fear,...
4 causes of nursing home negligence
Nursing homes should provide residents with quality services. Georgia has rules and regulations that they must observe to operate in the state. However, some facilities fail to follow such regulations, and in turn, neglect residents. This can lead to injuries from...