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Key Findings in the Post-COVID For-Profit Nursing Home Investigation

Time and again we see ample evidence proving that the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked unfathomable damage on nursing home residents and staff. And as of September 2022, we have even more substantiated evidence of widespread neglect, staffing shortages, and more. In the past few days, the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis published some of their …

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The Link Between Bedsores & Neglect

Bedsores are a common occurrence among older Americans, but their frequency should not be a reason to write them off. Bedsores are serious injuries that, left unattended or treated, can become deadly. Unfortunately, because of the way bedsores develop, they can be a key sign of nursing home neglect. Past studies have found a substantial …

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A Quick Look at Updated CMS Guidelines

News and Commentary, Nursing Home Abuse / By Elaine Atherholt

Over the past year or so the Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a number of regulation changes, including new guidelines for nursing home surveyors. Along those same lines, and in order to continue improving nursing home care, CMS has released more comprehensive changes to nursing home regulations. These guidelines come as …

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The Unfortunate Frequency of Malnutrition in Nursing Homes

Medical Negligence, Nursing Home Abuse / By Elaine Atherholt

Among the various forms of nursing home abuse and neglect, malnutrition is one issue that can be out of the control of the nursing home staff. While a form of neglect, malnutrition has many contributing factors, and though it may not be the fault of the facility or staff, it certainly an issue that should …

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4 Ways to Advocate for Elder Americans

News and Commentary, Nursing Home Abuse / By Elaine Atherholt

We are always encouraging the public to advocate for the safety, respectful treatment, and quality of life of older Americans. By doing so, we are able to set up solid, well-run systems that cater to the needs of one of the most vulnerable demographics. Additionally, advocacy results in laws and policies that can radically change …

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Signs of Respiratory Infections & Why You Should Pay Attention

Medical Negligence, Nursing Home Abuse / By Elaine Atherholt

When it comes to diseases and other health issues that directly affect older Americans in nursing homes, respiratory infections are some of the most common and deadly. Often, the presence of respiratory infection can be a sign of nursing home neglect, and if left unattended and untreated, can lead to death. That’s why it’s important …

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The High Risk of Abuse Among Military Veterans

Elder Abuse Law, Medical Negligence, Nursing Home Abuse / By Elaine Atherholt

Elderly Americans are already protected from abuse and neglect, but American veterans, as veterans, have an extra layer of protection under the law as a protected class. However, that does not exempt them from abuse. Unfortunately, veterans are actually more at risk of abuse. Many factors play into this high risk of abuse among military …

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5 Important Elder Abuse Statistics You Need to Know

Medical Negligence, Nursing Home Abuse / By Elaine Atherholt

To close out this Elder Abuse Awareness month, we’d like to talk about some of the important elder abuse statistics you need to know. Why is it important to know the statistics? Because not only does staying informed allow you to be a better advocate for your loved ones, but it also helps increase your …

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Defining Elder Abuse

Elder Abuse Law, Nursing Home Abuse / By Elaine Atherholt

Acknowledging the wide-spread abuse occurring in many nursing homes and care facilities across the country is just the first step. There is still a lot of work to be done to eradicate this issue and ensure the safety of some of the most vulnerable in our society. As we continue to raise awareness during Elder …

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Neglect in nursing homes

Nursing Home Abuse / By Hugo

Neglect in nursing homes has become a national problem due to the high numbers that have been recorded in recent years of this situation that affects thousands of older adults around the country. Let’s start by defining what negligence is. In this case, nursing home neglect is the action or lack of action to meet …

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