Nursing Home News & Legal Updates

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…

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…

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 often require ongoing care to maintain their health. Throughout the day, they may need assistance from nursing staff to stand up, engage in daily activities, or handle medical emergencies. As such, each patient must have a call light system to notify nursing staff if they need help.  State and federal regulations govern…

A nursing home is meant to be a safe environment for elderly individuals with ongoing medical needs.  While they live in the nursing home, they can expect to receive high-quality care without losing their dignity or respect from others. Unfortunately, concerns about nursing home abuse and neglect have made many residents and family members nervous…

When elderly individuals have ongoing medical needs, they can move into nursing homes to receive long-term care. Nursing homes are equipped to assist these residents with daily living activities and provide medical treatment plans for each patient.  The effectiveness of these care facilities depends on adequate staffing, especially with the nurse staff. To ensure all…