Nursing Home News & Legal Updates

The thigh bone, also known as the femur, is the largest and strongest bone in the body. It supports the body’s weight when standing, stabilizes the body when moving, and connects the hip muscles, tendons, and ligaments to those in the knees. Given its size, importance, and the long time it takes to heal, a…

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 for-profit ownership percentage of the US nursing home industry exceeds 70%, serving around 1.3 million residents [1]. While this ownership type helps many financially struggling nursing homes avoid closing, there are concerns over the quality of care for-profit nursing facilities offer. This article will define these facilities, examine their legal and regulatory framework, and…

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…

It’s tough to think about moving a loved one from assisted living to a nursing home. Many families face this choice and are unsure of the right time to take that step, as it’s rarely triggered by a single event or sudden change but by a gradual realization that more comprehensive care is needed. The…

Many people find it challenging to differentiate between assisted living and nursing homes. While both offer care and support, they’re not interchangeable.  These distinctions can include variations in the type of care provided, the level of daily assistance offered, and other important factors, like whether someone needs minor assistance or round-the-clock medical care. Often, it’s…

As we or our loved ones age, questions about care and costs start to pop up. One question that comes up a lot is, “Does Medicare cover assisted living?” Medicare is a federal health insurance program, but figuring out what it does and doesn’t cover can be confusing, especially regarding assisted living facilities, medical services,…

Alden Park Strathmoor is a long-term care nursing home in Rockford, Illinois that serves seniors who need assistance with daily living and medical needs. It is not in a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) and is owned by Alden Network, a for-profit company. Hence, it’s a standalone facility with implications for resident care.  Despite its…

BRIA of River Oaks in Calumet City, IL, is a large for-profit nursing home that provides care to seniors who need help with daily living. This huge facility has had numerous violations and citations, raising red flags about its long-term care. If your loved one has been injured at this facility, it’s essential to report…