Constant pressure on an elderly person’s skin will cause bed sores. These wounds, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are almost always the result of inadequate care by the nursing home. Although Federal and State regulations provide detailed...
Each year, more than 1 in 10 elder adults in nursing homes or long-term care facilities across the country experience some form of elder abuse. That’s over 7 million elders in America each year—and that’s, unfortunately, a conservative estimate. Making matters worse,...
Many people aged 65 or older are likely to need long-term care, whether they end up in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or need in-home care. Long-term care is necessary for older individuals who can’t complete basic daily activities on their own...
An Oklahoma Nursing Home and its conglomerate operator were found guilty of neglecting a Marlow woman and ultimately causing her death. The jury gave a unanimous verdict and awarded $1 million. The victim had suffered from mental illness nearly all of her life....
Having an elderly loved one in a nursing home or assisted-living facility is a difficult position to be in. By and large, it’s what’s best for everyone, but there still might be lingering feelings of guilt and helplessness. In these situations, peace of mind is...
