Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect

Financial elder abuse is a distressing issue that affects many older adults in society, especially those in nursing homes. As your loved ones age, they can become more vulnerable to people who aim to take advantage of their financial resources. It is crucial to be...

A study published in Cureus in 2021 revealed that abuse of those aged 65 or older occurs in about 10% of that population. Common types of elder abuse include neglect that occurs within nursing homes. One of the ways to protect the older generation is to learn the...

If you have a loved one who resides in a long-term care facility or nursing home, you want them to receive quality care and comfort. However, some nursing homes can have problems with neglect and cleanliness that can negatively impact residents. Fortunately, there are...

For those with impaired mobility, developing pressure ulcers is a constant concern. Also known as bedsores, these injuries are skin injuries resulting from impaired blood flow as a result of continual pressure. Those susceptible to pressure ulcers include residents of...

With everything that’s been going on, you haven’t been able to lay eyes on your Dad as regularly as you’d like – but you thought he was being cared for pretty well in the nursing home. Now that you’ve finally been able to make the trip to see him in person, however,...

Family members expect their elderly loved ones to receive the attention they need while in the care of a nursing home staff. The staff must carefully monitor the patient to ensure they are comfortable and healthy no matter their underlying condition. When there is...

If you have a loved one who is living in a nursing home, it's important to be aware of the issues with which he or she may be dealing. One of the most common problems your loved one can face is nursing home neglect. This abuse can take several different forms, and it...

Elder care systems have improved greatly over the past several years. Retirement and assisted living communities allow for greater autonomy for senior citizens living on their own or semi-independently. Unfortunately, traditional nursing homes and other medical care...

Pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores, are very common in extended care facilities and nursing homes. The federal government asserts that those who live in nursing homes should not develop bedsores. The sores will not develop on the body unless a resident has a...

Illinois residents may suspect that their loved ones are victims of nursing home abuse, but they're not exactly sure if what they're witnessing is actually abuse or something innocent. Nursing home abuse often goes undetected because the victims are unwilling or...