Choosing a nursing home for a loved one is a difficult decision, one that involves careful research, visits, and considerations. Once you've entrusted the care of your family member to a nursing home, it's essential to remain vigilant about their well-being. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect are issues that can occur,...
Sexual abuse is an unfortunate reality in many New York nursing homes. And while these facilities are trusted by families to protect and care for their elderly loved ones, far too many of them allow this violation to take place. When nursing homes fail to take reasonable steps to keep their...
Nursing home neglect is a persistent problem throughout the country. In the year 2020 alone, there were over 15,000 complaints of nursing home abuse or neglect filed, with 14% (2,100) of those reports concerning gross neglect. One common sign of nursing home neglect is the presence of bedsores on the patient. Recognizing...
Nursing home injuries are frighteningly common, and most of them are due to neglect or outright abuse on the part of staff. Sadly, many facilities view the elderly as expendable. They fail to train staff, overlook gross negligence, and allow their premises to become unsafe and unhealthy. By the same token,...
