In a nursing home, it’s vital that people get the support they need. When staff numbers drop and there aren’t enough workers for the nursing home to operate smoothly, residents can become endangered. When low staff levels threaten a nursing home, it’s normal for the...
When your loved one is aging, there is a likelihood that they will develop trouble with their memory. This isn’t uncommon, and there are special facilities that focus on helping those with memory loss. As a loved one of someone with memory loss, it can be hard to...
Elder neglect occurs when an elderly person does not receive the care they need. This might happen because of negligence or intentional misconduct. Here’s an example. If your loved one is in a nursing home, you’d expect them to receive proper care. However, if the...
People who deal with elder abuse often wonder what they can do to reduce it. The reality is that stopping elder abuse can only happen if people are present. Many cases of elder abuse involve elders who are isolated or unable to help themselves. Take, for example, two...
Assisted living isn’t just for people who are growing older. It’s also helpful for individuals who can’t return home after an accident or after a hospital stay. If they need little care on a daily basis, then assisted living might be the best option. When a person...
There is always a risk that an elderly person who is being abused or neglected will not seek help. In those cases, it’s important for the surrounding people to recognize that they’re in danger and to do what they can to help. To be able to assist, you’ll need to know...
Elder abuse doesn’t always look how you’d expect. It might not be someone you love getting pushed around or hurt physically. It might not even be financial exploitation, where they’re left with little in their bank accounts. Elder abuse can be as simple as...
Evacuating elderly residents from a building in a timely way can mean the difference between life and death. Disasters such as fires, hurricanes, flooding, hazardous materials or fumes and power outages put lives in immediate danger. Florida statutes require an...
There are many studies that look into which types of elder abuse are most common. There are varied reports and different conclusions, but each of these studies does show that it’s a valid point to be worried about nursing home and assisted-living abuse. A national...
Elders often face abuse, but it’s most often from those they love the most. In a case report on Oct. 3, an elderly woman was discovered in a shallow grave around a mile from where she lived. Her grandson now faces charges related to her death. Deputies in Citrus...
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