Nursing Home
5 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Many of us have a loved one or know someone who has a loved one in a nursing home – and the number is trending upwards. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2030, roughly one of every five residents in the United States will be 65 years old or older and close…
Read MoreThe Underreported Crime of Nursing Home Abuse
Recent studies report that elder abuse is a serious and growing problem in nursing homes. With the American population living longer, this issue is only going to increase. Nursing home abuse is a heartbreaking problem, but to make it worse, this problem also goes largely unreported. The Problem When an abuse incident occurs, Medicare rules…
Read MoreUnderstanding Nursing Home Injuries
If you have a parent or loved one in a nursing home, you are probably well aware of how difficult the following situation would be: You have done your homework and entrusted the facility with the care of your loved one. So, when an accident happens, it is surprising and shocking. You will probably run…
Read MoreUnderstanding Nursing Home Injuries
If you have a parent or loved one in a nursing home, you are probably well aware of how difficult the following situation would be: You have done your homework and entrusted the facility with the care of your loved one. So, when an accident happens, it is surprising and shocking. You will probably run…
Read MoreCaregiving Doesn’t End with a Nursing Home
It’s always unsettling to turn the care of your loved one over to what feels like a stranger. After all, no one knows them and loves them like you do. Rest assured there are countless top-notch nursing home facilities available that have the expertise and skill to ensure your loved one will be in excellent…
Read MoreWhat is Nursing Home Neglect?
Placing a parent or loved one in a nursing home is a very difficult decision. You place your trust in the care facility and expect them to take care of your loved one as you would. Unfortunately, in many instances, this is not the case. It is estimated that there are currently 1.4 million Americans…
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