There are many things that accompany old age, and the increase in the numbers of medication is no exception. In fact, the majority of health conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease, high blood pressure and stroke, occur in elderly citizens, requiring them to take numerous medications. As such, properly managing medications in the elderly is an important task that should be a high priority in nursing homes. While well-run nursing...

One of the leading types of elder abuse in nursing home facilities is malnutrition. Although malnutrition may not seem serious to most people, it can in fact be a deadly form of abuse and neglect for elders who are often weak and suffering from various health conditions. What Is Malnutrition in Nursing Homes? Malnutrition is defined as not getting the sufficient nutrition through a balanced diet that your body needs....

Nursing homes are supposed to be safe facilities where we can entrust the care of our elderly loved ones when they can no longer take care of themselves. However, the unfortunate possibility is that there is always the chance that these unsuspecting elders may be abused or neglected in their nursing homes. While we may fear for the most obvious types of abuse or neglect in nursing homes, one of...

Nursing home abuse and neglect can take many shapes and forms. One type of abuse or neglect that is all too common in nursing homes is bedsores, also known as pressures, decubitus ulcer, and pressure ulcers. But regardless of what type of injury an elderly loved one has sustained as a result of nursing home abuse or neglect, you should call an experienced Irvine nursing home abuse lawyer as they...

Unfortunately, abuse and neglect happens in nursing homes all too often. And while the abusive or neglectful act can be devastating to the elderly resident, the aftermath and dealing with life after the abuse can be even harder. Once you have identified and stopped the abuse of an elderly nursing home resident and have discussed your options with an experienced Irvine nursing home abuse attorney, the long process of...

According to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report, approximately one out of three people over the age of 65 falls each year and seriously injure them-self. What is even more alarming is that 75 percent of these individuals reside in nursing homes. While these falls are generally preventable, they often result in serious repercussions for a group of individuals who are already vulnerable. Injuries Resulting...

When you suspect that an elderly loved one is being abused or neglected in a nursing home facility that you entrusted their care in, you need to take immediate action. To ensure that the legal rights of your loved one are protected, you are strongly advised to consult with an experienced Riverside nursing home abuse attorney. Who Can File a Nursing Home Abuse Complaint Any individual or organization is...

The decision to entrust the care of an elderly loved one to a nursing home facility is not an easy one to make. However, in certain situations, this decision is necessary for both you and the health of your loved one. If you have made the decision to place an elderly loved one in a nursing home, you need to make sure you choose a facility that best meets...

Nursing homes are defined as private institutions that provide shelter, food and care for the elderly. Although these facilities are not hospitals because they do not provide actual medical treatment, they are considered a type of hospital with regard to certain purposes depending on the state and federal statutes that govern the way they operate. Any elderly individual who resides in a nursing home is entitled to certain legal...