Whether a family member steps up to serve as a caregiver or you rely on professionals, some people abuse that position of authority. Financial abuse by caregivers is a common issue experienced by aging adults in California. Both those aging in place in their own...
Coming to terms with the fact that a loved one is no longer able to manage their daily life alone can be challenging. As a result, choosing the right care facility is an extremely important decision. There are numerous types of facilities that offer different types of...
Although it is sad when anyone succumbs to illness, there is something particularly tragic when it happens to veterans, who put their lives on the line to defend our freedoms. Unfortunately, the Covid-19 pandemic has brought with it a dramatic spike in deaths among...
Many elderly people are nearing the ends of their lives, and with that aging comes some signs and symptoms. Some may decide to stop eating or may no longer feel hungry. Others may have a hard time swallowing their food or feel full very quickly. Malnutrition is...
Many elderly individuals will suffer from either physical impairments or cognitive declines at some point in their lives. These may leave them vulnerable to those who prey on the elderly for financial gain. Financial abuse can take on various forms and is often...
Some of the same health concerns that affect children at school can impact older adults in nursing homes or similar assisted living facilities. Just like lice can spread rapidly in an elementary school, an infestation could also pass quickly from resident to resident...
Stebner and Associates is thrilled to announce that as of September 1, 2021, our office name changed to Stebner Gertler & Guadagni. We are excited to welcome aboard new partners, including Jon Gertler, who are old friends. We will continue to fight on behalf of...
We are seeing cameras used more frequently as a tool to provide accountability, from police officer body cams to nanny cams. As video monitoring gear prices continue to fall, more individuals may consider putting a camera in the room of a loved one who lives at a...
Sending an elderly parent to a residential care home can be worrying. The press is full of reports or cases highlighting how frequent neglect and abuse can be in these facilities. When your parent is out of your sight, you can never be 100% certain of the quality of...
Many family members who plan to have their loved ones reside in a nursing home or assisted living facility hesitate to place them there. They worry about the quality of the care that they'll receive, including being subjected to neglect. What constitutes neglect in a...
