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Unfortunately, even in care homes, the abuse or neglect of the elderly occurs. While there are many differing types of abuse or neglect, they all have serious consequences for both the facilities and the families of victims. The kind of abuse that occurs in some cases can cause people to be shocked. A certified nursing …

In Deltona, Florida, a nursing home employee has been charged with elder abuse. The charges came after other employees said they saw her strike the back of a patient’s head multiple times. The Department of Children and Families confirmed that it is investigating a complaint of neglect at Deltona Health Care. They would not, however, …

Nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities are places that we are supposed to trust with the care of our loved ones. We expect them to be safe, clean, and pleasant environments for loved ones to either recover or live out the last of their days in peace and safety. However, that is not always the case. …

Nursing homes, like schools and dormitories, are infamous for the spread of viral and bacterial disease. This isn’t always due to cleanliness, but primarily due to the housing of many people together in a small space. Along with viral and bacterial infections, other transferable illnesses can be spread. A Wilmington, Massachusetts nursing home is back …

When we place our elder family members into a nursing home, we are entrusting their care to the staff of that facility. Most facilities have systems in place to prevent the hiring of people convicted of some misdemeanors and most felonies. However, some employees have no criminal background until they come to the facility. In …

With both reported and unreported cases of elder abuse on the rise, the need for national definitions of elder abuse has become apparent. In a joint operation, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC) have taken steps to meet this need. The paper, titled …

As our family members age, they sometimes succumb to conditions that are beyond our ability to provide care. When that happens, people often begin considering nursing homes to provide the care that the families cannot provide. Even with the most tedious research, sometimes things happen to cause families to question the care provided. In Detroit, …

When a family finds itself in the unfortunate position of dealing with the abuse and neglect of a loved one at the hands of a nursing facility, they often turn to the law for help. Sometimes, the owners of these nursing homes try to avoid paying settlements by selling or transferring assets. That doesn’t stop …

Sadly, with the advancements of modern medicine and an ever-increasing life-span, elder abuse is becoming widely recognized as an important social issue. Research into this begun to grow as programs from law-enforcement and social service agencies emerge. There are differing types of elder abuse, and their psychological implications and assessments are taken into consideration. Physical …

Elder abuse is probably among the most despicable of crimes. Yet, it is also probably one of the most unreported crimes occurring today in our nation. This is according to those who work with our nation’s seniors. It’s a growing problem nationwide, even in places like South Dakota. It’s a problem that needs to be …