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How Are Nursing Home Falls a Sign of Neglect?

Nursing homes are supposed to be a safe haven for your elderly loved ones. However, the unfortunate reality is that some nursing homes fail to provide the quality care their residents need. One of the most alarming and distressing issues…

Aug 7, 2023

by Dalli & Marino

Everything You Need to Know About Nursing Home Falls

Nursing home falls should not happen, but they unfortunately are more of a common occurrence than we may think. When they do occur, it's usually a sign that the nursing home failed to take reasonable steps to protect its residents'…

Mar 3, 2023

by Dalli & Marino

Accidental Falls in NYC Nursing Homes Can Cause Traumatic Brain Injuries

Accidental falls are the number one cause of injury and death to the population aged 65 and over. According to the New York Department of Health, 51,231 injury-related falls among elders led to hospitalization, and around 11 percent of those…

Oct 22, 2020

by Dalli & Marino

4 Steps to Reduce Your Loved One’s Risk of Falling

Falls are a common occurrence, particularly among people ages 65 and over. One out of four elders fall each year, making it the leading cause of both death and nonfatal injuries. Annually, 65% of nursing home residents have slip-and-fall accidents.…

Sep 18, 2020

by Dalli & Marino

Understaffing At Nursing Homes Often Leads To Elder Abuse Including Bedsores and Falls

As the U.S. population ages, the need for quality elder care increases nationwide. Often, families turn to skilled nursing facilities to provide the best care for their loved ones. But some estimates reveal an alarmingly disproportionate ratio of staff to…

Jan 13, 2020

by Dalli & Marino