We have heard our fair share of the mishaps regarding nursing homes over the last year. Most of these cases consist of the failure of nursing homes to follow the proper state guidelines and protect patients. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse is taking a new turn as...
While many people understand that a day may come when their aging parents can no longer care for themselves, it doesn’t make the circumstances any easier when that day arrives. Whether you have been looking for a way to bring up the topic for a while delicately or a...
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...
The decision to place a family member in a nursing home is both stressful and emotional. You want the best possible care for your parent or loved one. You want them to be safe while receiving the medical services and supervision they require. While this need has...
Your loved one has developed Alzheimer’s disease, and you know that it is only a matter of time before they’ll need to be in a nursing home. One thing you should start looking into now is a memory care unit. Unlike a traditional nursing home, a memory care-focused...
Coronavirus is all over the news, and with good reason. Patients are dying from this respiratory illness. One set of cases in another state might have some individuals in Florida concerned. In Washington, many victims of this viral illness were residents at a nursing...
Shopping around for nursing homes can be a stressful time. You already know that many elderly people in Florida and elsewhere are victims of physical and emotional abuse by their caregivers. How do you know that the nursing home you are considering is one you can...
