Bedsores often happen when a patient stays in the same position, such as a nursing home resident who is lying on their back for an extended period of time. Mild bedsores may just cause discomfort and pain, but serious bedsores could become infected and even fatal. For...
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are supposed to be safe havens for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities - the elderly. However, in recent years, there has been a dramatic rise in violations, ranging from neglect of basic hygiene to...
When your parent starts needing help with daily life, you’re faced with one of the hardest choices you’ll make for them: where do they go next? And while both nursing homes and assisted living facilities provide care for older adults, the difference comes down to how...
Antipsychotic medications are often used in nursing homes to manage behavioral symptoms in residents with dementia or other cognitive disorders. While they can be appropriate in some cases, concerns continue to grow about their use without proper medical...
In nursing homes and assisted living facilities, falls don’t just happen — they happen often. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than three million older adults end up in emergency rooms every year due to fall-related injuries, and...
Unlicensed care homes are a growing concern in Florida. These facilities operate without the required state license, often providing housing and care to vulnerable individuals. Understanding the legal status, associated penalties and potential risks is important for...
It often takes time to identify nursing home abuse. Family members may notice physical injuries or other issues, raising their suspicions. But the elderly person who is being abused may not report it. There are many potential reasons for this, one of which is memory...
Bedsores occur when sustained pressure cuts off circulation to certain areas of the body. These pressure ulcers cause the skin and underlying tissue to break down. For nursing home residents with limited mobility, the risk of pressure ulcer formation is significantly...
When an elderly family member is in a nursing home, you want to trust that they’re being treated with care and respect. But sometimes that trust can be broken in ways that aren’t always easy to spot. Noticing the subtle changes in a loved one’s behavior or physical...
When discussing the physical abuse of older adults in nursing homes and similar facilities, people’s focus is often on the mistakes and oversights of professional caregivers. Caregivers sometimes become overtly abusive or simply neglect to meet the needs of vulnerable...
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