As we grow old, we require more attention and care. One way to ensure that someone will take care of us when we are no longer able to do so is by choosing a nursing home for the future. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 16,600...
If you have made the difficult decision to place a family member in a nursing home, you know that the health and safety of your loved one is uppermost in your mind. You expect the facility to provide quality care in a protective environment. While most nursing homes...
Elderly nursing home residents face physical injuries in countless situations. They rely on the care and attention of the facility’s staff to ensure their safety at every turn. Unfortunately, systemic problems can prevent a nursing home from protecting the health and...
Something is not right at your mother’s nursing home. During your regular visits, you have gradually seen a physical change in her appearance, most notably the bedsores on her body. This is not a good sign, and you want to prevent her from heading toward a precipitous...