Discussions of nursing home abuse often focus on the misconduct of staff members. The people who work at nursing homes can neglect individual residents. They can also engage in abusive behavior that causes physical, emotional or financial harm to nursing home...
Older adults in general tend to use more prescription medications than younger people do. Medication can help address a variety of health concerns including blood pressure issues. It is common for older adults to take multiple different medications daily to manage...
Anytime a large number of people live in a small space, infestations and infections are a safety concern. There is a reason that there are many immunizations recommended for those living in on-campus housing during their college years. Similar logic may lead to...
Some types of nursing home negligence are obvious. If a facility improperly sanitizes its spaces and tools, residents could develop preventable infections or food-borne illnesses. The failure to provide consistent support to older adults might lead to preventable...
Most older adults have long maintained their own hygiene habits. However, they may begin to struggle to shower or shave as they develop issues with fine motor skills or balance later in life. Older adults living in nursing homes and similar medical facilities often...
People who are in long-term care facilities count on having a safe space in which to be cared for by people who are trained to handle the challenges they’re facing. These staff members should behave ethically, which means that they shouldn’t take advantage of the...
In nursing homes, staffing levels are a critical factor that directly impacts residents' quality of care. When these facilities are understaffed, the consequences can be severe, affecting the residents' well-being and the staff's performance and morale. Understaffing...
Nursing home abuse and neglect are serious issues that affect some of the most vulnerable members of society. This kind of mistreatment can take many forms, ranging from physical abuse to neglect of basic needs. Each presents unique risks to residents and challenges...
While most nursing homes fulfill residents’ basic needs, some do not. When a nursing home fails to meet residents’ basic needs, this constitutes nursing home negligence. Suppose you have suspicions that a loved one who resides in a nursing home is suffering from...
Families put a lot of trust in nursing care facilities. They need – and expect – these institutions to provide safe and comfortable environments for their loved ones, along with the necessary medical care they need. Unfortunately, that trust can be misplaced. One of...