Of all forms of elder abuse in nursing homes, psychological and emotional abuse seem to be the most pervasive and common problems. Emotional abuse also seems to be the hardest to track and frequently goes unreported. Therefore, experts aren't sure how many people actually suffer from it and how frequently it's experienced. Over 1.5 million individuals today live in nursing homes in the U.S. Read More >>
6 Characteristics of an Abusive Long-Term Caregiver
August 19, 2022 By
When you put your loved one's wellbeing in the hands of a nursing home caregiver, you trust that individual to keep your family member's best interest in mind. They are responsible for ensuring your loved one gets the treatment they need and receives the best care possible. Unfortunately, a caregiver may show red flags that indicate elderly abuse, which can be extremely difficult to Read More >>
Resident-To-Resident Nursing Home Harassment: What You Need to Know
July 19, 2022 By
Nursing homes are often considered safe havens for elderly residents who require care due to their age or health issues. Unfortunately, some nursing homes are plagued by abuse and neglect. In these situations, families are left wondering whether they should report the situation to authorities. When a nursing home resident experiences harassment or abuse from another resident, it is important to Read More >>
How Nursing Homes Try to Cover Up Neglect and Abuse
June 12, 2022 By
Not everyone who supervises your loved one’s well-being has their best interest at heart. There are some nursing homes that may want to take advantage of your loved one. These individuals can take advantage of your loved one’s vulnerability while relying on their position or fellow team members to hide their malevolent behavior. There are several different ways nursing homes can try to cover up Read More >>
Safe Ways to Keep Elders Active in the Summer
June 3, 2022 By
Elderly loved ones deserve as many opportunities to stretch their legs as anyone else this summer. Keeping elderly loved ones safe and active, however, can be a challenge. Unfortunately, the longer your elderly loved ones go without regular activity, the more likely their health is to suffer. Regular activity can keep your loved ones healthy and ensure that their mental health remains in good Read More >>
How Unsafe Food Handling Can Be a Form of Nursing Home Neglect
May 19, 2022 By
Nursing homes do more than ensure that your loved ones receive adequate healthcare. These institutions are also responsible for your loved one’s day-to-day enrichment and well-being. This means that nursing homes must abide by certain food safety standards if their loved ones are to remain happy and healthy. Unfortunately, some nursing homes are inclined to cut corners in the kitchen. This is Read More >>
How to Identify Unintentional Injuries From Physical Abuse in New York Nursing Homes
May 12, 2022 By
The people who physically abuse the elders in their care often do not want the outside world to know what they are doing. In many cases, these parties will try to hide the signs of their abuse or shame their victims into hiding that evidence for them. There are times, though, when extensive physical abuse can result in unintentional injury. If an elderly individual is under the care of a Read More >>
What Are the Different Stages of Bedsores?
May 5, 2022 By
As the people you love get older, it can be more difficult for them to move as they used to. Sedentary behavior is not always a bad thing, but spending a significant amount of time sitting or lying in the same position can see a person start to develop bedsores. If a person you love is in a nursing home or assisted living facility, the staff at these institutions should help them prevent the Read More >>
New York Nursing Home Negligence Statute of Limitations
May 3, 2022 By
Nursing home negligence is becoming a prevalent problem affecting elderly adults in the US. In 2014, over 14,000 complaints were filed regarding specific instances of abuse or neglect. Similar to other types of crimes, however, many instances also go unreported. If you have experienced New York nursing home negligence, you’ll need to take action within the statute of limitations. Working with an Read More >>
5 Ways to Avoid Financial Nursing Home Abuse
April 28, 2022 By
Financial nursing home abuse is a problem elderly adults commonly face. While this type of abuse can affect adults of all ages, elderly residents of nursing homes are especially susceptible and highly at risk due to different factors such as health conditions like dementia. It is estimated that in 2018 alone, New York elderly victims suffered 109 million dollars in losses. The suffering due to Read More >>
