Nursing Home Negligence

Sometimes a loved one can sustain a bed sore, also known as a pressure sore, in a nursing home or assisted living center.  A bedsore is not something that just happens because of old age. Instead, it is a sign of neglect by the nursing home staff. Bed sores typically occur when a patient has been lying in a bed or sitting in a wheelchair for too long of a time without being moved or rotated. Continue reading “Bedsores In Nursing Homes Don’t “Just Happen””

Moving your parent or other elderly relative to a nursing home is a big decision in your life, and in theirs.  After you research different facilities in your area, you find one which seems to be a good fit for your family.  But your job is not finished yet – you know how important it is to keep a constant watch over the living conditions where your family member now resides. Continue reading “Nursing Home Negligence: Types of Elder Abuse and What To Do About It”