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Nursing Home Violated my Rights, now what?
Every nursing home bears the huge responsibility of caring for its residents. Nursing homes are mandated by law to “meet the Resident’s needs” this includes medical care, personal care, proper nutrition, proper medication, etc. Unfortunately,...
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What can I do to protect my loved one in a nursing home?
The best thing that you can do to help prevent nursing home abuse and neglect is to be actively engaged in your loved one’s care. If possible, visit frequently and watch for the following signs:...
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Filing a Lawsuit Against a Nursing Home? Know your Rights.
Nursing home residents have the right to be free from abuse and neglect. When filing a lawsuit against a nursing home when abuse or neglect has happened residents are entitled to: Compensation for pain and...
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Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect: What Warning Signs You Should Look For
As a family member, you should be on constant alert for signs that your loved one is not being treated properly in their nursing home. Nursing Home abuse and neglect can come in many different...
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How can I choose a safe nursing home?
Bad things can happen at highly rated nursing homes, so while your odds may improve by placing a loved one in a highly rated nursing home, you still need to be wary of what is...
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What are the causes of nursing home abuse and neglect?
There are multiple ways residents are injured in nursing homes, but if you look for the “why”, it usually boils down to one thing….a staff that is either insufficiently trained or insufficient in number; or...
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What to do if suspicious of abuse or neglect?
If you suspect your loved one is in immediate danger, then call the police. If you believe your loved one is injured and needs immediate medical attention, call an ambulance and get them to a...
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What do I look for in a nursing home?
Placing a family member in a nursing home is one of the most difficult decisions you will ever have to make. It can be a daunting task too, especially if you don’t know what to...
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What are the different kinds of nursing home abuse and neglect?
There is no shortage in how vulnerable nursing home residents suffer from abuse and neglect. However, some of the most common are: Physical Abuse: Cuts, abrasions, burns, bruises, welts, wounds, unexplained or hidden injuries, and...
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How prevalent is abuse or neglect?
Sadly, the problem is widespread. According to the Special Investigations Division of the House Government Reform Committee, the results of a 2001 survey revealed that 30% of U.S. nursing home facilities, which is approximately 5,283...
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How can falls be prevented?
Having adequate staffing at the facility can help prevent nursing home falls. When staff members are available to help residents with activities of daily living, such as getting in and out of bed, that can...
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Can a nursing home evict a resident?
The short answer is yes, but the law makes it difficult. Nursing home companies can only discharge residents for the following reasons and only after giving proper notice: If a resident fails to make payments...
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What should you do first if you or your loved one is injured or neglected while a resident of a nursing home facility?
So your biggest fear has come true. Your loved one has been injured because of negligence at the nursing home you trusted to provide quality care or has suffered abuse at the hands of an...
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