Nursing home abuse is on the rise in the United States, which is alarming for several reasons. Today, approximately one in six residents of a senior care facility are subject to nursing home neglect (in various countries). This becomes even more...
Nursing home abuse is a growing problem in the United States as more individuals from the Baby Boomer generation migrate to senior living facilities. The same is true in the state of Indiana, where nursing home neglect is a bigger issue than many realize. While many...
If your loved one lives in a nursing home, you may be wary of the possibility of abuse or neglect. You make sure to check him or her for signs of abuse, including unexplained bruises or pain, and you’re always on guard for signs of neglect like weight loss or sudden...
When you first help your loved one move into a nursing home, you may be cautious and anxious about how the staff will treat him or her and whether he or she will receive proper attention and medical care. But as months or even years pass without incident, you may...
More and more people are becoming aware of the dangers of nursing home abuse, which has led to a greater number of families on the lookout for signs of abuse in their loved ones after they move into nursing facilities. They may check their loved ones for unexplained...
Making the decision to move your loved one into a nursing home is difficult. He or she may have trouble dealing with reduced or lost independence, while you may feel guilt—even if the move is for the sake of their health and well-being. Because many people struggle...
