nursing home abuse and neglect

Bedsores are a serious problem for the bedridden, immobile or unconscious. Bedsores begin to develop after just two to three hours of a person lying or sitting in the same position without someone adjusting, or turning, him or her. Bedsores can quickly result in...

When you leave your elderly loved one in the care of a facility, you want to keep an eagle eye out for any potential signs that something might be amiss. This includes careful attention to sudden bruises or other signs of physical distress. Bedsores often end up...

Residents of nursing homes deserve proper care and attention when it comes to their basic needs. Still, dehydration is common amongst seniors and can even be a sign of neglect at the hands of an assisted care facility. Dehydration can result in numerous health...

Physical and emotional abuse are tragedies that occur far too often, but what happens when the harm is monetary? Here are some ways that nursing home staff may commit financial abuse of their elderly patients. Theft Nursing homes are not usually equipped with...

If you have a loved one who is in a nursing home, you may have concerns about elder abuse, and rightfully so. According to national research on nursing home mistreatment, there is a serious problem across the United States. Elder abuse and neglect does not just...

When you leave your loved one at a nursing facility, you expect them to receive humane and kind treatment from helpful professionals. Unfortunately, you cannot personally vet every worker at the facility, which could end tragically for your loved one. In order to help...

When you moved your aging parent into a nursing home, you hoped for a favorable outcome. Recently, you noticed potential bedsore on your loved one's body. With WedMD's insights into the progression of bedsores, you may better determine what kind of injury your mother...

After making the difficult decision to move an elderly loved one into the nursing home, you should be able to trust the staff at the facility to provide adequate care. Regrettably, nursing home neglect and abuse probably occur more often than you think.   In a nursing...

When your parent or elder loved one moves into a nursing home, you may feel relieved knowing that the person you love is going to have regular care and supervision. However, many nursing homes across Tennessee and the nation struggle to maintain adequate staff. When...

Moving a parent to a nursing home can be a difficult decision. Understanding the signs of neglect or abuse in a long-term care setting can help you monitor the level of care your loved one receives.  Seek help if you notice any of these changes after placing an older...