Despite widespread awareness of the problem, nursing home neglect and abuse continue to harm vulnerable residents. Is your family member at risk? Understanding who may face a higher risk can help you take preventive measures to ensure your own care or that of a loved...
There is a strong association between advanced age and increased fall risk. Older adults are more likely than younger people to lose their balance and fall. When they fall, they are also at elevated risk of serious injuries including broken bones. For many families, a...
Elder abuse comes in many forms. Some people who live with or care for older adults may engage in physical or verbal abuse of those vulnerable people. Others may target older adults for financial abuse. They take advantage of the loneliness that may come with advanced...
When a loved one becomes a resident of a nursing facility, families generally trust that they will be well-cared for and their belongings safeguarded. Unfortunately, in some cases, valuables go missing, raising concerns about theft, neglect and/or mismanagement within...
Identity theft has proved to be a growing concern in the Digital Age. For many reasons, nursing home residents are particularly vulnerable to this form of unlawful mistreatment. For starters, older adults often have substantial savings, excellent credit and a...
