Nursing home abuse is a serious issue that affects many vulnerable individuals in New York. If you suspect that a loved one is being mistreated in a nursing home, it is important to take action. The Law Offices of Mark E. Weinberger P.C. can provide guidance on how to report nursing home abuse and protect your loved ones. Read on…
Nursing homes should be a place of rest for everyone who lives there. Sadly, not all employees in these facilities do what is best for the residents. Negligence is a big problem in some, and putting an end to it is a priority. You can watch for signs that something is amiss when you go to visit your loved one.…
The care that a person receives in a nursing home should meet that person’s needs. Individualized care plans can be beneficial, but only if the staff follows those plans accordingly. When any vital need is bypassed, there is a chance that the resident might suffer. This neglect is fully preventable, but is often overlooked by the staff. For anyone who…
The atrocities that occur in some nursing homes are ones that no resident should ever have to endure. Sometimes, the people who are living in these horrible conditions don’t speak up because they don’t want to cause problems. They might think they are burdens and don’t feel like bringing up complaints. The trouble with this is that nursing home abuse…
Senior citizens in nursing homes should be able to count on the staff members to help keep them safe. Many people who work in these facilities do their best to make sure the residents are taken care of and they enjoy working with them. Unfortunately, there are some who don’t do this. They are only in the business for a…
Nursing home abuse is a huge problem that no senior citizen should have to worry about, but it is a daily occurrence in this country. It is imperative that anyone who is in a nursing home, and those who have a loved one in such a setting, take steps to ensure they are safe. Not all nursing home abuse and…
You just put your parent into a nursing home. It wasn’t an easy decision, but it was the best one for them. It seems like a nice place with the sunlight coming through your parent’s room, and an attentive staff. However, you still want to be on the lookout for any signs of abuse and neglect. But how do you…
Stories of nursing home abuse are horrible, but everyone hopes that it is not common. People across New York State place their trust in nursing homes, having faith that their aging parents will be safe. New findings show that nursing home abuse may be worse than we think. The Department of Health and Human Services issued alarming findings from a…
Body: You never want to have to place your loved one in a nursing home, but sometimes you have to. You do your best to make them comfortable and happy. As people age, they are more likely to need care around the clock. A nursing home may be the solution. You worry about your loved one while they are in…
A former nurse is alleging abuse allegations against a New Jersey nursing home, according to a NJ.com news report. Nikki Thompson, the whistleblowing nurse, claims she was forced to resign after coming forward about the abuse after eight years of working at the facility. A photo from the facility surfaced that showed an 85-year-old resident with dementia tied to a…