The Complex Problems That Lead to Elder Neglect and Mistreatment Nursing home abuse is a tragic but common problem. No elder abuse or neglect is ever OK; but sometimes understanding what leads to the problem can help us prevent it or notice issues before they escalate. Here are some of the most common factors leading …
Yesterday I discussed some of the physical signs of nursing home abuse and elder abuse. But emotional abuse can also be a serious problem in nursing homes and senior care; and physical abuse can show itself in emotional reactions from your loved one. Here are some important emotional symptoms of nursing home and elder abuse: …
If you’ve placed your loved one in the hands of a nursing home or other caregiver, you need to know the signs and symptoms of elder abuse. If you see physical evidence of abuse, report it to the appropriate authorities (the nursing home, caregiving organization, and/or law enforcement, depending on the situation). You should also …
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A recent study has shown that seniors fear being placed in a nursing home more than death. 89% of seniors polled would like to age in place – maintaining their independence in their own homes – but 53% worry about their ability to do so. Factors they say might prevent them from keeping their independence …
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Substandard care in nursing homes has become so common that a lot of families are looking for alternatives. One alternative gaining momentum is the home care option. In-home senior care allows an elderly family member to stay at home, often with his or her children. Paid caregivers can visit the home to provide medical treatment, …
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The feds are fining a Syracuse nursing home for not properly supervising their residents, including allowing residents to choke on their food. The case is based on a December inspection of Rosewood Heights nursing home that found 26 violations. Three of those violations constituted “immediate jeopardy” for residents and 12 were repeat problems. Across the …
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Tennessee has suspended another nursing home: this time the 147-bed Civic Health and Rehabilitation Center located in on Old Getwell Road near the airport in Southeast Memphis. The state Department of Health has suspended admission into the facility and imposed a $5000 fine after a month-long investigation. Among other alarming problems, the department cites deficiencies …
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As nursing home abuse lawyers in Memphis, we’ve seen firsthand how mistreatment of the elderly happens all the time. One way the government tries to prevent this problem is through inspections of nursing homes and adult care facilities. In the US, the federal government contracts with state officials to oversee nursing home inspections. That means …
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When the temperature skyrockets as it has in recent weeks, the first people we check on are elderly neighbors and relatives. Health problems may restrict seniors from getting to cooler places; and dehydration risks increase as people age. Similarly, it’s extremely important for nursing homes and other care centers to use proper precaution when dealing …
Yesterday we discussed the widespread problem of financial abuse of elderly victims. While many people take it very seriously, it can still be difficult to combat. Financial exploitation of senior citizens can happen in a variety of ways. Here we offer a few of the most common examples: Example 1: A resident of a nursing …
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