In the past month or so, the reported cases of COVID-19 in nursing homes had diminished and plateaued. This was great news for anyone with family members in residence in any Florida nursing home facility. However, the last couple of weeks have brought another uptick...
North Miami Nursing Home Abuse Blog
Why does elder abuse often go unreported?
One of the biggest dangers of elder abuse in Florida is that it often goes unreported. If your family member is a victim of abusive behavior, how will you ever know what has happened if he or she does not share with you? And if you do not report the wrongdoings, how...
When nursing homes fail to address abuse
If your loved one experienced abuse in a nursing home or you are struggling with these challenges firsthand, you need to immediately take action and hold those responsible for mistreatment accountable. Moreover, it is important to understand that nursing homes also...
Various ways to spot and prevent elder abuse
As people get older, they may become increasingly vulnerable to physical, sexual or financial abuse. However, there are steps that you can take in an effort to protect a loved one from experiencing such hardships in their lives. For instance, you could schedule...
Statistics on antipsychotic drugs in nursing homes
If you reside in a nursing home or have a family member living in a facility, you need to keep an eye out for various forms of abuse and neglect. Moreover, there are certain factors that increase the likelihood of abuse and neglect. Sometimes, nursing home residents...
Assault in nursing homes
In a nursing home, you need to keep an eye out for various hazards. Sadly, many residents experience abuse, which takes numerous forms. Sometimes, nursing home abuse is very hard to recognize, but in other instances it is blatantly obvious. For example, some older...
Who is most susceptible to elder financial abuse?
When someone preys upon a senior financially, a close friend or loved one is often to blame. In some cases, staff at assisted living and nursing facilities also enact this damaging form of abuse, which can cause major financial instability. The AARP defines elder...
How can I find an assisted living facility for a loved one?
Finding the right assisted living facility to care for a relative is often difficult. With so many choices in front of you, the decision can seem overwhelming. There is also so much at stake. You want your loved one to be healthy and happy, while also receiving...
Will relaxed nursing home visitation rules endanger residents?
It is no secret that one of the most important things people can do to avoid contracting COVID-19 is to avoid physical proximity with others who test positive for the virus. However, the restrictions to protect elderly residents are being lifted in various facilities...
Do nursing homes have to report abuse?
If your parent or other family member lives in a nursing home, you likely have various concerns, whether you worry about their emotional and social well-being or you are afraid that they have experienced abuse. It is vital to help them stand up for their rights if...
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