Finding out that a nursing home gave your elderly parent powerful drugs without permission is terrifying. You may feel helpless, but California law is on your side. If the facility gave your parent these drugs without verifying that you or your parent agreed to them,...
Relatives of a 41-year-old intellectually disabled Ohio man recently filed suit after their family member died an excruciating death due to extreme constipation. The man had the dual diagnoses of schizoaffective disorder accompanied by poor impulse control, autism and...
Elder abuse can take many forms. Sometimes, it is emotional or psychological in nature. Caregivers and family members belittle or alienate an older adult. They may even engage in gaslighting, making them question their mental capacity. Other times, elder abuse may be...
Long-term care facilities are meant to provide comfort, safety and consistent medical attention for elderly or disabled residents. Unfortunately, some long-term care facilities fail to uphold this duty, leading to neglect that can cause serious physical and emotional...
Older adults living in nursing homes or otherwise depending on caregivers are vulnerable to abuse. In addition to physical and emotional abuse from caregivers, older adults are at risk of financial abuse. Caregivers can engage in numerous types of financial...
Understaffing is one of the leading contributors to elder neglect and abuse in California nursing homes. When the staff is stretched too thin, it means inadequate care time, lack of proper supervision, delayed response time, burnout and stress. The consequences can be...
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 They seem withdrawn, anxious or have unexplained bruises.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...
