How to Identify a Safe Nursing Home
Tragically, nursing home abuse is rampant in the United States. Annually, millions of elderly and disabled residents are abused psychologically, financially, physically and even sexually.
Tragically, nursing home abuse is rampant in the United States. Annually, millions of elderly and disabled residents are abused psychologically, financially, physically and even sexually.
The decision to place a loved one in a nursing home can be agonizing. Horror stories abound, so you’ve likely conducted extensive research to find
While men and women both experience nursing home abuse, women, especially over age 65, are more likely to experience assault—including sexual assault. According to a
The New York Times recently published an article about antipsychotic drug abuse in nursing homes. It’s not a new problem, but it is a horrifying
On August 10, 2021, several members of the United States Senate introduced a promising new nursing home bill. The Nursing Home Improvement and Accountability Act
The COVID-19 pandemic has severely affected nursing homes and has torn the bandage off to reveal the historical problem of understaffing in those facilities. The
When the elderly are socially isolated or live alone, they are much more likely to suffer falls. The most socially isolated seniors are 24 percent
All nursing homes are required to have an elder abuse and neglect policy. These policies are designed to keep their residents safe, provide a method
When you think of elopement, you’re probably thinking of the romantic kind—wedding bells, a fabulous destination, and two folks desperately in love. When it comes
When you have a loved one in a nursing home, it’s not just the quality of the staff that counts. Quantity matters, too. Since the
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