One of the most sinister and disturbing trends in nursing homes is neglect. Neglect clearly demonstrates a wanton disregard for a patient well-being and rights. It can take many different forms, but each is extremely hurtful and malicious. Neglect and abuse in nursing homes cannot be ignored. In one study, 2,000 nursing home residents were…
A deadly year at a nursing home in upstate New York led an insurance carrier to drop coverage for the Maplewood Manor. The nursing facility’s carrier refused to renew its contract for another year, saying that two suspicious resident deaths and another resident who fell and injured her hip provided the justification for avoiding continuing…
If you’re facing the prospect of a loved one needing Virginia nursing home care, take a look at the following bit of advice for important signs to look for to ensure you’ve selected a quality home. A frequent worry for many with older parents involves what to do if a loved one ever has a…
Many people have heard of a “nanny cam” but have you ever heard of a “granny cam?” A “granny cam” involves the use of hidden cameras in a nursing home to catch bad guys neglecting or abusing the elderly. Virginia currently has guidelines for the use of hidden cameras which protect patient privacy yet expose…
Google the words, “elder abuse” and you will find these disturbing headlines among many others. “Elder Abuse Suspect Heads to Court”, “Elder Abuse Reports Jump in Boulder County.” There seems to be no shortage of people who will take advantage and harm the elderly. The reality is that while many nursing home employees are kind…