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Bed sores are an unfortunate reality for nursing homes. Also known as pressure ulcers, these wounds form when a patient lies in one position too long and the pressure causes the skin to form an abscess. Pressure sores can be prevented by nursing home staff shifting or moving patients unable to do so themselves. However, …

Some call elder abuse an “iceberg” crime, meaning that for every crime that is exposed, more remain hidden. Georgia has been working to curtail and prosecute these kinds of crimes, by training law enforcement and ramping up the criminal charges for elder abuse. As the Atlanta Journal and Constitution reports, this has led to an …

As the number of elderly citizens in the country continues to rise, the number of states looking to find ways of combating the growing problem of elder abuse rises as well. Tennessee and New Hampshire, two of the states leading the charge in combating elder abuse have an elder abuse registry. If Georgia wishes to …

In an environment where things can get hectic, such as in a hospital or a nursing home, mistakes can happen. The wrong medicine can be given out, or the right medication in the wrong dose. When it happens, it is generally an accident. However, sometimes, these situations can lead to serious charges, as WKBN 27 …

Every year, tens of thousands of elderly people become victims of financial elder abuse. Whether it is a trusted friend, family member, or some far-away scammer our elderly loved ones are at risk of falling victim to this rapidly growing crime. While some banks already have protective systems in place, some have yet to be …

A good number of patients who reside in nursing homes rely on Medicaid to provide for their care in these facilities. However, Congress has proposed cuts to the program that has nursing homes concerned. As NPR reports, these proposed cuts could mean cuts for staff and other necessities in nursing homes. Conservatives have wanted to …

Social media can be a fun way to keep in touch with friends, relatives, and let people know what goes on in your daily life. Occasionally, it is a place to share a funny meme or a photo that we’ve found. However, taking pictures of the elderly or infirm in compromising situations or filming yourself …

While New Jersey has stepped up efforts to protect elderly citizens, incidents to happen. Despite their best efforts, nursing homes sometimes hire people who might not have the ideal demeanor to deal with patients who are older and have numerous conditions. As NJ.com reports, three people have been indicted in cases involving elder abuse. Last …

Elderly citizens who suffer from conditions like dementia and Alzheimer’s disease often require the kind of care that can only be given at a nursing home. While most nursing homes employ good people, there are times when even good people act in the wrong way. As the Tampa Bay Times reports, one nursing home employee …

When a patient enters a long-term care facility, there are often long contracts with lots of legal clauses and terms that may not be readily understood by the patient and their families. Sometimes the need for immediate care is so acute that these contracts are just glanced over before they are signed. Most of these …