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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day falls on June 15th each year. It was initiated by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. This day serves as a global platform to promote a greater understanding of elder abuse and neglect. It aims to raise awareness...

How to investigate and file a claim for nursing home resident burns Nursing home burns serve as red flags for potential abuse or neglect within the facility. In extreme cases, burns may be deliberately inflicted, constituting abuse. Burn injuries are categorized into degrees: first-degree burns affect the outer layer of skin, second-degree burns affect deeper...

Specialized training and consistent caregiving are key. Adequate staffing is crucial for providing care for nursing home residents. Proper staffing levels ensure that each resident receives individual attention and care tailored to their specific needs. Adequate staffing also reduces the workload on each caregiver, which can improve the quality of care and decrease the likelihood...

When we place loved ones in a nursing home, we trust that the facility and its staff members will work to keep them healthy and safe. But every year, residents are injured as a result of nursing home abuse and neglect. These injuries can have a significant impact on their lives. In recognition of Brain...

The issue of nursing home staff members misusing social media to exploit or demean residents is a harmful form of nursing home abuse. Eilon Caspi, a gerontologist at the University of Connecticut, has gathered evidence of cruel social media behavior toward nursing home residents in 31 states. He uncovered these incidents through investigation reports filed...

Nursing home retaliation involves negative actions taken by nursing home staff or administration against residents. It’s often done as a response to complaints or concerns raised by those residents. This can include various forms of punishment, neglect, or abuse. Fear of retaliation means some residents won’t report abuse or neglect The fear of such retaliation...

Georgia challenges federal order to set basic care standards and establish career pathways. A recent federal mandate designed to elevate staffing levels and enhance care quality for residents in U.S. nursing homes has generated mixed reactions. While advocates applaud the initiative as an important step in addressing long-standing concerns about nursing home abuse and neglect,...

Safety should always be a priority, especially in parking lots. Shopping centers offer a wide range of goods and services in one convenient location. Customers come to these centers expecting safety and security in the stores and surrounding areas. However, shopping center owners don't always meet these expectations. Assault and battery in shopping center parking...

Nursing homes in Georgia and across the U.S. provide care to residents with various medical conditions and healthcare needs. Nursing home staff often administer medications to manage these conditions and promote residents' well-being. But sometimes, nursing homes make medication errors that lead to serious complications for residents. Staff must administer the right medication to the...

Head injuries can be a sign of nursing home neglect. When older individuals and their families make the decision to entrust their care to nursing homes, it's often with the hope of providing a safe haven where seniors can cherish their golden years in comfort. However, within these nursing facilities, residents are vulnerable to various...