You’ve noticed a change in your parent’s demeanor or appearance during your visit to their nursing care facility. They seem withdrawn, anxious or have unexplained bruises. When you ask the nursing home staff about it, their answers are vague or dismissive. You worry...
Elopement and wandering can both be dangerous for older adults. Wandering occurs when an older adult moves around unattended in a nursing home facility. Elopement occurs when they actually leave the facility without the permission or awareness of staff members....
Abuse in nursing homes and long-term care facilities too often involves the mistreatment of neurodivergent older adults. Neurodivergence can involve conditions such as autism, ADHD, dementia and other cognitive differences that affect the way a person communicates,...
Choosing a nursing home facility for an elderly loved one is a monumental decision. Beyond medical care and daily support, the facility should provide meaningful activities that promote emotional, physical and social well-being. Engaging programs help ensure...
