One of the biggest problems that affects nursing homes in the U.S. is chronic understaffing. There simply are not enough people on staff to provide the level of care that the residents need. This means that response times to call signals are slower, accidents are more...
When you’re faced with the idea of putting your loved one in a nursing home, it’s already heart-wrenching, but hearing all of the stories out there about nursing home neglect and abuse can make the whole thing terrifying. There’s no question that nursing home neglect...
Is your loved one’s nursing home or other long-term care facility (LTC) prepared for a disaster? You should be able to assume that it is. However, there have been multiple cases throughout the country wherein vulnerable elderly people were transferred to unsafe...
People often live in nursing homes because they have health issues that their loved ones cannot manage unassisted. Cognitive decline may play a major role in the decision to move someone into a nursing home. Those with Alzheimer's disease or dementia can become...
Medical professionals have long turned to medication to manage health concerns that people can potentially control using other methods. Medication is a quick way for a physician to defer responsibility for a patient's symptoms while still meeting their obligation to...
The high population density at most nursing homes makes them somewhat dangerous for residents. When there are a lot of people in a small space, illnesses can pass quickly from one person to another. Infestations are also a concern, as pests thrive when there are many...
Older adults often struggle with the tasks required for daily life. Declining physical ability as people age can make once-simple tasks, like walking to the bathroom to brush their teeth, both challenging and dangerous. Those who have previously fallen may move into a...
Sadly, rampant neglect and abuse exist in assisted living facilities nationwide. When one or both of your parents move into a nursing home, you likely worry about their care and safety. One of the best ways to handle any nursing home complaints your parent voices is...
When an elder loved one requires constant care, the time comes to place faith in the hands of a nursing home. Unfortunately, research by the World Health Organization indicates that 1 in 6 people over 60 experience some form of abuse. While physical and emotional...
When people think of nursing home abuse, images of bruises and bedsores might come to mind, both of which are indicative of possible physical abuse or neglect in a Rhode Island assisted living facility. While physical abuse is certainly a problem in some nursing...
