People move into nursing homes and other long-term care facilities when they can’t take care of themselves anymore. They count on the nursing home staff members to provide the assistance they need, which can include a variety of tasks. Unfortunately, there are times...
Physical abuse of an elder adult by their caregivers can come in many forms. People may slap older adults, kick them or throw objects at them. People can cause severe injuries by striking or strangling an older adult. In such cases, older adults are likely vulnerable...
If someone develops bedsores, it could be evidence of neglect. The staff members at a nursing home may not be helping the patient move positions often enough, for example. It is not direct abuse, but it is leading to harm. It is potentially a legal issue because they...
Older adults living in nursing homes or reliant on caregivers as they age in place are typically incapable of grocery shopping for themselves, planning well-rounded menus and cooking their own meals. They rely on caregivers to prepare their meals and ensure that they...
The financial abuse of older adults is a relatively common issue. Both family members and professional caregivers may misappropriate resources. They may assume that older adults are too vulnerable to hold them accountable or too confused to even recognize the...
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...
