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When families place their loved ones in a nursing home, they expect safety, dignity, and professional care. Sadly, this trust is sometimes broken. Many elderly residents suffer from neglect, being left in dirty clothes, not getting enough food or medication, or even facing verbal or physical abuse. Even worse, most…
What if the best place for seniors to thrive isn’t a facility, but the familiar surroundings of their own home? As more Americans choose to age in place, the conversation is shifting from “Where should they go?” to “How can we help them stay?” Aging in place—when done right—offers seniors…
Assisted living facilities are designed to offer a safe, encouraging environment for seniors and those requiring help with daily living. Unfortunately, cases of neglect and abuse in these settings continue to endanger vulnerable residents. According to the CNA Financial Corporation’s 2024 Aging Services Professional Liability Claim Report, resident abuse claims…
Did you know that according to the National Center on Elder Abuse, next to family members, medical (non-family) caregivers were the most common perpetrators of abuse among older Americans? Pre-pandemic data reveals that approximately one in 10 Americans age 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse, including physical abuse,…
You never expect it. You choose a nursing home because you believe it’s the safest place for someone you love. A place where they’ll be cared for, where they’ll be treated with kindness and dignity. Then, one day, something feels off. Maybe it’s a bruise that wasn’t there before. Maybe…
Pittsburgh is a beautiful city in Pennsylvania with a whole lot of things to do. The Steel City is home to the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Like every other city, Pittsburgh has a good number of nursing homes. These places provide a…
Sadly, there are people out there who would take advantage of an elderly person who is no longer in tune with the speed of the modern world. Whether your senior loved one lives alone or in a senior living community, staying in touch and being aware of their well-being is…
Elder abuse is a growing concern in our society, affecting millions of older adults each year. It can take many forms, each with devastating consequences for the victims. Understanding the different types of elder abuse is crucial for recognizing and preventing it. In this blog, we’ll explore the various forms…
Did you know that only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse are reported to authorities? As these cases go unnoticed and unreported, victims are left in a more vulnerable situation and without recourse. Many victims often don’t even realize they’re being abused or feel powerless to speak up. And…