The association between nursing home care and bedsores is so strong that some people think of pressure ulcers as an inevitable side effect of growing older and moving into a nursing home. While there are some people whose physical condition predisposes them to develop...
Elder Abuse
6 different kinds of elder abuse
As your loved ones age, it’s only natural to start worrying about their well-being – and not without cause. Even a relatively spry senior can fall victim to predators, and seniors with mental or physical limitations are even more vulnerable to elder abuse. Most people...
People with dementia can be victims of multiple types of abuse
Senior citizens who are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other conditions that cause cognitive impairment are especially vulnerable to all types of abuse and neglect in care facilities. Unfortunately, the perpetrators of this abuse are often those...
Family members are the most common perpetrators of elder abuse
Elder abuse is a problem that is seen across the country. Each year, there are horrible and devastating reports of abuse to some of the most vulnerable members of our society. While abuse in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is common, you may not realize...
Are elderly people more trusting?
Over the years, your elderly relative has thrown a lot of wisdom and advice your way. They always seem to find the positives in situations that others might find unbearable. You’re envious of the apparent trust that they display toward other people. Is the trusting...
Who is most at risk for abuse in a nursing home?
Suppose you’ve wondered whether your loved one will be safe in a nursing home or assisted living facility. In that case, it might be because you’ve heard horror stories about the abuse or neglect that can happen there. There’s a reason these stories circulate, and...
The unspoken risk that comes with aging in place
For older adults considering their retirement years and their closest family members, aging in place is a very appealing prospect. Rather than moving to a retirement community or nursing home, the older adult will seek to remain in the same home they currently inhabit...
What are the common causes of bedsores?
Bedsores, which people also call pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, have a strong association with hospitals and nursing home facilities. You may have heard stories before about older adults and those with serious medical issues developing bedsores while in the care...
How many falls are too many in a nursing home?
When you helped your mother move into a nursing home, you already knew that she was unstable on her feet. That’s why you chose a nursing home that had many fall-prevention tools in place. On the bed, there was a padded alarm system that would alert the nurses if your...
3 advantages of visiting a nursing home before residency
Everyone agrees that preventing long-term care facility neglect is always better than dealing with its aftermath. When choosing a facility, you or a relative can ask other families in your community about their experiences. You can also speak with someone at the local...