A study released by the National Institute on Aging in October indicates that a commonly used oral diuretic may also be a treatment for people who have a genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease. Although more research is needed, elderly patients in nursing homes and...
When Florida residents bring their loved ones to nursing homes, they hope that their loved ones will be well taken care of and safe. For the most part, this is usually true. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse is very common in many different types of nursing home...
The National Council on Aging estimates that 10% of Americans over the age of 60 experience abuse, and looking for signs of that abuse can be vital in protecting your loved ones. Often, behavioral changes are the first sign that something is wrong in the home of our...
Most people are aware of the impact that falls can have on elderly people. When your elderly loved one falls occur at a nursing home, however, you may have new concerns. Could this fall have been prevented? Was it the result of abuse or neglect? Can you hold...
As our loved ones get older, it can be difficult for them to manage their daily medication on their own. Because of this, many elderly people rely on nursing home staff to ensure that they receive the medication they need. While sedatives, anti-anxiety medication or...
Your dad has always been there for you, and now it’s up you to decide if it’s time to place him in a nursing home. You know that he has trouble with his memory, and over time, his ability to live on his own has gotten worse. You want to choose a memory care unit that...
When you place your loved ones in the care of other individuals, you hope the staff will treat them well. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. If you suspect your elderly family member is a victim of elder abuse from staff in the living facility, you may have...
One of the hardest decisions you and your loved will ever have to make is choosing the right assisted living facility. There is no shortage of Florida nursing homes for you to choose from. But the wrong one can have serious consequences for your loved one's health. To...
In the Spring of 2011, the Miami Herald published a comprehensive multi-part investigative article on ALF abuse and neglect. It was an attempt to shed light on the deplorable conditions elderly, infirm, and vulnerable Floridians were living in at Assisted Living...
