Nursing homes should be havens of care, yet for many, they become places of neglect and hidden torment. Though we hope for the best, the worst can happen. For that reason, it’s best to be aware of signs of abuse from the start. The legal checklist below provides the steps to effectively gather and document…
Nursing homes are entrusted with the care and support of elderly residents. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, about 1.2 million people live in more than 15,000 certified nursing homes across the United States. In addition to providing shelter, nursing homes are supposed to safeguard patient well-being and safety. However, some…
The Alabama Department of Human Resources (ADHR) reported 9,407 adult abuse or neglect cases in 2021. Unfortunately, elder abuse is a severe problem that has devastating consequences and affects all racial and ethnic groups. Nursing home abuse takes many forms, including mental abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. All too often, your loved one may not…
Emotional abuse occurs when one person causes emotional trauma to another through nonphysical means. The abuse can be verbal or nonverbal and uses power and control to isolate and intimidate. Nursing home staff occupy a powerful position as it relates to nursing home residents. Residents rely on staff for basic needs like water, food, and…
Nursing homes provide a valuable service to the elderly, disabled, and countless families. They give care and comfort to those who may not be able to receive it elsewhere. However, there can be a dark side to the care provided in these facilities. Nursing home abuse and neglect take away from the expectation of care,…
A nursing home should be a place a loved one goes to spend their last years peacefully and as comfortably as possible. They should receive proper medical care from attentive and professional health care workers in an environment catered to their needs. Unfortunately, all too often there are cases where residents of a nursing home…
Errors in the prescribing and dispensing of medication are increasingly widespread problems that pose a significant danger to consumers. The Food and Drug Administration defines a Medication Error as “any preventable event that may cause or lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm while the medication is in the control of the healthcare professional,…