Elderly abuse in long-term care facilities continues to be a problem. Residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia are, sadly, at high risk of being abused or neglected by staff members. With the number of elderly Americans with dementia expected to...
Many people who are in nursing homes need around-the-clock care and monitoring. They may struggle to eat or drink normally, requiring assistance at mealtimes or throughout the day. The staff of a nursing home should be aware of these issues and be able to support your...
Ideally, the nursing home that your parents pick, or the one that you pick for them, will be a safe haven. That’s certainly what is expected and what everyone hopes for. Unfortunately, it’s not always what you get. CBS News has called nursing home abuse “disturbingly...
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...
There are many signs that an elderly person could be being abused, but one that is important to recognize is the change in behavior from a talkative person to one who is primarily silent. When someone is upset about something, they may become withdrawn or quiet. That...
As an age group, senior citizens tend to use a lot of drugs and medications. These are often given out on a prescription basis to help with the challenges of aging. For instance, per the American Academy of Family Physicians, roughly 30% of people from 57 years old to...
Many individuals living in nursing homes must use percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy (PEG) feeding tubes. These devices require consistent and proper care, which if not followed can lead to dangerous health complications. They can also be a quick signal of neglect or...
Sedation is one of the most amazing advancements of modern medicine. Surgery is simpler and recovery from painful, debilitating illnesses is more efficient when an individual isn't conscious and struggling with extreme levels of pain. Sedation can also make medical...
Nursing homes can only offer so much care on-site. When an emergency happens, the elderly people who are suffering need to be taken to a hospital so that they can get proper care from medical professionals. Of the utmost importance is getting to the hospital in a...
Sometimes, seeking full-time care is the best thing for your loved ones. Scarily, though, abuse against residents in nursing homes is all too prevalent. While you can’t always be present, there things you can do to help lessen the possibility of abuse. The Nursing...
