Bedsores, or pressure ulcers, form when nursing home patients sit or lie in the same position for an extended period. They can be evidence of neglect, as the staff should help patients roll over or change positions to prevent these ulcers from occurring. But not all...
As a child, you probably fell out of bed a few times. As an adult, it might never have happened or only rarely. So, you would be right to feel concerned if your elderly loved one is injured falling out of bed, especially if it happens more than once. Falling out of...
Rehabilitation facilities are meant to provide care, support and treatment for individuals recovering from injuries, surgeries or illnesses. They are often home to older Americans who are recovering from medical conditions in ways that will hopefully allow them to...
Neglect is among the leading kinds of abuse in nursing homes. Some nursing homes fail to offer residents quality services as promised, a factor that can affect a resident's health and overall well-being. If you believe your loved one is being neglected in a long-term...
It is natural to worry about the safety and well-being of vulnerable loved ones who reside in nursing homes. Most families are concerned about physical or psychological abuse, but harm can befall a resident in other ways. Elopement and wandering are two ways nursing...
There are many scenarios in which individuals may come to suspect the abuse of an elder adult. Perhaps one of the children of an older adult witnesses a sibling mistreating them in their own home. Maybe family members visit someone living in a nursing home, only to...
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...
Bedsores are often known as pressure ulcers. This is because the pressure itself restricts blood flow, especially in the patient’s skin. When this pressure is prolonged and blood flow is significantly reduced, the surrounding tissues can suffer harm and even begin to...
Cognitive decline, including what occurs when a person has dementia, can be challenging to live with. For some, the consequences of the condition become so severe that they need more care than what they can get at home. Those individuals may move into a memory care...
