Articles Posted in Nursing Home Abuse

Statistics show around one in four C. difficile infections (CDI) in the USA happen in a nursing home, making Clostridium difficile endemic in chronic care facilities. This bacteria can lead to painful, uncomfortable, and sometimes even deadly health complications, affecting many nursing home residents across the country. Given these severe risks, nursing homes must implement…

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services monitor short-term rehabilitation and long-term care facilities to protect resident rights and prevent abuse and neglect. Well-defined deficiencies help them assess each facility’s situation, create corrective plans, and ensure the facilities improve their standard of care through enforcement actions.  This article will define deficiencies, outline the most common…

Nursing home facilities care for one of the most vulnerable populations. This responsibility is why state and federal agencies must investigate, report, and prevent nursing home abuse and neglect. Violations of nursing home standards are well-defined, and they help these agencies and family members track the quality of care in these facilities. Common Violations Nursing…

Nursing homes are designed to meet the care needs of elderly residents. The nursing staff, the accommodations, and the administrators work together to provide a safe and comfortable environment where an elderly person can thrive, even if they have significant medical needs.  This population is among the most vulnerable people groups in the country. Their…

In nursing homes nationwide, elderly residents can access ongoing care and daily living assistance. These facilities are designed to meet the needs of older patients so they can lead comfortable lives in their later years.  Unfortunately, this population is also physically and mentally vulnerable. Nursing home abuse and neglect have become widespread issues, resulting in…

Nursing home residents face unique health challenges in these care environments. They are expected to receive professional care and be protected from harm while they stay in the facility.  Among the most common health issues for nursing home patients are ulcers, which can develop due to various circumstances specific to these settings. Let’s discuss two…

Living in a nursing home often becomes the only option for elderly individuals with medical needs. They may need access to ongoing care, and an assisted living facility is the best place for them to be.  However, residents in nursing homes are vulnerable to numerous health conditions. Among these, urinary tract infections are common and…

In nursing homes, residents receive consistent care from nursing staff. This constant attention is designed to help them recover from health conditions, lead comfortable lives, and enjoy their golden years.  Nursing home residents often face more significant health challenges due to weakened immune systems and vulnerable states. Sometimes, this can lead to additional health conditions…

Skilled nursing facilities provide care to elderly residents and patients recovering from certain conditions. These long-term care facilities treat patients with many different needs, so a classification system is needed to determine treatment plans and service costs for insurance purposes.  In the late 1990s, a RUG scoring system was created to assess patients’ care needs…

The purpose of a nursing home is to provide elderly residents with quality care, a safe environment, and comfortable accommodations. Contrary to the purpose of a nursing home, many facilities are rampant with elder abuse and neglect.  Typically, victims of abuse or neglect can pursue legal action against the at-fault party if they can provide…