As the nation’s population continues to age, more people will be moving into assisted living facilities in the coming years. However, recent reports suggest that the nation’s facilities are critically understaffed, which increases the likelihood that elderly residents will not get the care they need. This widespread staff shortage is…
With the aging of the baby boom population, more and more people are entering nursing homes or having live-in help. Other seniors are living with children or close family friends. Because of their advanced age, these people are at a higher risk of being mistreated. If you suspect an elderly…
A recent report from the Long-Term Care Community Coalition (LTCCC) is sending shockwaves throughout the nursing home community. As reported in Skilled Nursing News, nursing homes continue to use antipsychotic drugs to chemically restrain their residents—a clear violation of patient rights. If you have a loved one in a nursing…
When our loved ones are unable to care for themselves, we may consider nursing homes as an option. We expect that family members will receive the best possible care. However, this is not always the case. Nursing homes face many challenges. For example, they are often understaffed. Staff members may…
For those who provide for aging family members and loved ones, placement in a nursing home is the best way to ensure they get the quality of care they need. Unfortunately, incidents of elder abuse and neglect have become rampant, leading to dramatic increases in death rates among residents in…
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