Battling Isolation in Nursing Homes
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we saw the most devastating increase in isolation and loneliness in nursing homes ever. Restricted by altered, or non-existent, visiting policies,
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5 Nursing Home Discharge Facts You Need to Know
Navigating nursing home policies can be a confusing and stressful job. Unfortunately, some nursing homes and care facilities realize this and take advantage. It is
Elder Abuse: The Likelihood of Family Abusers
While elder abuse may commonly occur in nursing homes, it is not an issue confined to that industry. Instead, anyone can be guilty of elder
8 Signs of Elder Abuse
One of the most tragic elements of the COVID-19 pandemic was nursing home visitation restrictions. These restrictions kept families apart at a time when long
The Impact of Understaffing
The issue of understaffing in nursing homes is not a new topic for this blog. As a major problem affecting nearly every nursing home in
5 Things You Need To Know About Admissions Agreements
When signing any sort of contract, there is always a risk that the signee will be taken advantage of. Contracts can be hard to read
5 Keys to Self-Advocacy in Nursing Homes
Having someone who can advocate on your behalf is a great asset. However, not everyone is lucky enough to have family close, or friends able
Fractures and Falls: What You Need to Know
According to the CDC, there are roughly 36 million falls among older adults every year. In 2020, those falls resulted in 36,000 deaths. These shocking
Consumer Voice Research: Transparency & Accountability
For years, the nursing home industry has been bogged down and held back by a lack of transparency and accountability. Not only do the failings
3 Groups Responsible for Investigating and Prosecuting Abuse
In addition to the Attorney General, our police, and Adult Protective Services, there are a few other agencies and groups that assist in prosecuting elder
Report: California Nursing Home Complaints Increase
A large part of advocacy within the nursing home industry is reporting problems. Whether it’s simply saying something to staff or going through the steps
Strategies to Prevent Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
Knowing what to do in the event of abuse is one thing, but there are also steps and strategies that help prevent nursing home abuse
Battling Senior Loneliness & Dementia With Pets
Creating an aging-friendly world, addressing mental health, and advocating for better, safer living conditions for elderly Americans can be as simple as acknowledging the harm
Involuntary Holds: Gharibian Law Weighs In
Often, the rights of nursing home residents are violated because of a lack of knowledge. Either the resident doesn’t understand their rights, their loved ones
When to Consult a Lawyer
Consulting a lawyer can be an intimidating prospect. Not only is taking a case to court confusing, but the abuse you or your loved one
3 Super Lawyer Article Takeaways: Addressing Concerns
Actively participating in the elder law industry is one of the best parts of our jobs here at Gharibian Law. One of the ways we
3 Tips for Preventing Financial Abuse
Few things cause more anxiety than finances. Everyone, from all age groups and backgrounds, experiences anxiety and uncertainty when it comes to financial decisions and
5 Ways You Can Advocate for Your Loved One
It’s easy to feel helpless and stressed in the face of life’s changes, especially when you are responsible for the welfare of a family member
Multimedia Resources Raise Awareness of Nursing Home Life
Some of the work done to raise awareness of elder abuse is not in the courtroom or in the legislative branch of your state. Rather,
5 Nursing Home Care Standards
One of the biggest aspects of the fight for better nursing homes involves standards. We want a nursing staff standard, high care standards, transparency standards,
