The problem of elder financial abuse is on the rise in the United States. In general, seniors are more vulnerable now than they ever were. This is both because of their growing isolation and the increased ways that people discover to steal from seniors. Even when seniors are in a…
Nursing Home Abuse
Elders in the U.S. population are the people most vulnerable to abuse. The statistics that you see are shocking. There are estimates that roughly 10 percent of seniors over the age of 60 have been victims of some kind of elder abuse, meaning that over five million people are abuse…
When your family member is in a nursing home, they have certain rights to information. Since they are not always in a condition to exercise their legal rights, you can act on their behalf as their representative, meaning that the nursing home must provide it to you (almost always free…
When you visit your loved one at a nursing home or talk to them on the phone, you are often grateful when they communicate with you. Not every senior at a skilled nursing facility has that capacity as they struggle with the effects of cognitive decline, meaning they often cannot…
Elder abuse is a major issue both at nursing homes and in general. Seniors living on their own and in group settings are more vulnerable to abuse for many reasons. There are estimates that one in every 10 seniors is a victim of elder abuse. However, much of the abuse…
People usually place their elderly loved ones in a nursing home when they can no longer reside in their own homes and take care of themselves. In some instances, elderly loved ones suffer from dementia and other medical conditions that may prevent them from speaking or communicating. Sadly, these individuals…
Families need to know the legal obligations that nursing homes must follow when they care for your loved one. There is one general rule that nursing homes must follow when it comes to the treatment of their residents, and it is quite broad. Specifically, it says: “The resident has the…
One of the most reprehensible acts that a person can commit is elder abuse. Older adults are often defenseless, and nursing home staff can and often do take advantage of vulnerable residents. If you or a loved one are suffering abuse at the hands of nursing home staff, then you…
One of the main reasons why people place their loved ones in a nursing home or assisted living center is to ensure that they receive the care that they need in their old age. The nursing home resident may have suffered a serious injury, like a broken hip, and cannot…
People place their elderly loved ones in nursing homes, convalescent centers, and other assisted living facilities when their loved ones cannot care for themselves, see to their personal needs, or maintain their health and safety without the constant presence of healthcare providers. Concerned family members find peace of mind that…
