Nursing Home Blog

Nursing home abuse is a heinous crime that impacts millions of seniors every year. In fact, according to the National Center on Elder Abuse, approximately 10% of elders have experienced some form of abuse. Given the prevalence of elder abuse, many family members want to know what they can do to protect their loved ones in their…

The abuse or neglect of an elder in a nursing home cannot be tolerated. This is a heinous crime for which perpetrators must be held accountable. Learn how to identify and report nursing home abuse. WARNING SIGNS OF NURSING HOME ABUSE The vast majority of nursing home abuse crimes go unreported, either due to the…

The nursing home you select for your elderly loved one will have a great impact on their health and happiness. You’ll want to tour facilities thoroughly and choose one that has high-quality amenities and services. In this guide, we’ll walk you through some tips for selecting a good nursing home. WHAT MAKES A GOOD NURSING…

Nursing home abuse takes many different forms. One form that many may not be familiar with is financial abuse. The evidence of financial abuse can be subtle and difficult to detect, yet it can have devastating consequences on an elderly person’s stability and independence. Learn how to identify and report the financial abuse of an elderly person.…

When people think of nursing home abuse, they may picture physical and psychological trauma. While these are terrible forms of abuse, there is another, lesser-known form of abuse that can cause just as much damage to an elderly person. Nursing home neglect is the intentional or unintentional withholding of the necessities of life from an…