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When we place our loved ones in a nursing home, we do so with trust—trust that they’ll be cared for with compassion and respect. Unfortunately, not all facilities live up to that expectation. Abuse in nursing homes is more common than most people realize, and recognizing the signs early can…
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…
When moving into a care home, privacy is often one of the first concerns for residents and their families. As a resident in a care home, you have the legal right to privacy, especially when it comes to your communications, belongings, and living space. However, because you are in a…
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…
When you entrust your loved one to a nursing home, you expect compassion, safety, and high-quality care. Unfortunately, not all institutions and facilities meet these expectations. The Nursing Home Abuse Center reports that the three most common complaints in nursing homes are staff shortages, poor care and living conditions, and…
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,…
Negligence in healthcare settings is a serious concern that affects patients, families, and healthcare providers. It is estimated that millions of people around the world are affected by medical errors and negligence every year, resulting in significant harm, injury, or even death. According to Forbes.com, medical errors cause 251,000 fatalities…
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…