Those who live in nursing homes rely heavily on staff members for safe, day‑to‑day care. Being unduly or unsafely restrained should never be routine or a significant part of the care plan. When restraints are used improperly, the consequences can be severe and may...
When most people think of nursing home abuse, they picture a staff member neglecting or mistreating a resident. However, nursing home abuse can also be perpetrated by one resident against another. In fact, often fueled by dementia, resident-on-resident abuse is now...
When you place a loved one in a Florida assisted living facility (ALF) or nursing home, you expect humane, skilled care. Sadly, some facilities fall short of what they promise. Recognizing the warning signs can help you act quickly if you suspect neglect while...
Older adults with memory issues, including dementia, often need special care in nursing homes and similar facilities. Long-term care facilities often have locked memory wards for those who struggle to manage daily life or understand their circumstances. Those...
Most everyone has seen media coverage here in Florida and across the country involving the tragic deaths of nursing home residents because their care facility was unprepared for a natural disaster or other emergency. For Florida residents, the hurricane season that...
When a loved one walks out of a care facility unnoticed, the situation can quickly become stressful and confusing. Along with concerns about their safety, you might be wondering what your legal options are moving forward. Recognizing facility liability Elopement is a...
Florida nursing homes are required to maintain safe environments, and many facilities have extensive surveillance systems installed throughout their premises. What those cameras capture can become some of the most powerful evidence in an abuse case. CCTV footage can...
People working at nursing homes have a direct impact on the safety and quality of life of the residents living there. In addition to licensed nurses, there are many other support professionals on hand to assist with daily living needs, ranging from personal hygiene...
If you select a nursing home to care for your loved one, you should be able to expect them to receive adequate support given their unique needs. Unfortunately, both neglect and abuse in nursing homes are relatively common. Burned-out professionals and cost-cutting...
As people age, falls become more frequent due to balance issues, medications or chronic health conditions. These falls are often an indicator that an elderly loved one is no longer safe living independently and that it may be time for nursing home placement. That’s...
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