Elder abuse in the nursing home can happen in a number of ways. One of these is financial abuse. And just like other forms of nursing home abuse (physical and emotional), financial abuse can have far-reaching consequences. It is upsetting to imagine that someone...
Bedsores, which people also call pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, have a strong association with hospitals and nursing home facilities. You may have heard stories before about older adults and those with serious medical issues developing bedsores while in the care...
When you helped your mother move into a nursing home, you already knew that she was unstable on her feet. That’s why you chose a nursing home that had many fall-prevention tools in place. On the bed, there was a padded alarm system that would alert the nurses if your...
Everyone agrees that preventing long-term care facility neglect is always better than dealing with its aftermath. When choosing a facility, you or a relative can ask other families in your community about their experiences. You can also speak with someone at the local...
