The Importance of Family Councils in Elder Care
Having a support system is vital. Even more vital is having a support system that can offer advice and guidance if you need memory care
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Ownership Transparency & The Improvements Needed
Transparency is one of the most important aspects of running any business But when it comes to nursing homes, transparency is vital to building trust,
Where’s the Money? Consumer Voice’s Latest Report
Some of the primary issues that desperately need attention in the nursing home industry are staffing shortages, overuse of antipsychotics, and especially transparency. Specifically, it
Ask a potential caregiver these questions
Hiring someone to care for an elderly loved one can be a difficult task. This is because you will need to consider many important points
Nursing Home Transition: Tips and Why You Should Plan
We often discuss nursing home life, but rarely touch on the topic of transitioning out of a nursing home. For some, this is a possibility,
Strategies to prevent abuse in retirement homes
Preventing the mistreatment of our older adults is a job in which we must all participate. There are certain steps that retirement home managers and
3 Takeaways from the Consumer Voice 2022 Annual Report
Every year the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care, known as Consumer Voice, releases an annual report for the previous year. The report covers
Silverado Senior Living Management Update
A few months ago we discussed a case that our team fought hard for and won. The Holley v. Silverado case involved neglect that resulted
Identifying extreme fatigue in caregivers to prevent negligence
As we already know, the lack of staff in nursing homes and the extra time that caregivers have to work without being adequately trained can
5 Fact Sheets Seniors & Caregivers Should Know About
When it comes to long-term and elderly care for yourself or a loved one, it’s important to know the facts. Organizations like California Advocates for
8 Recommendations from the Left in the Dark Investigation
Natural disasters are the one thing we must all prepare to be unprepared for. Because of the unpredictable nature of natural disasters, it’s often hard
Consumer Voice: The Nursing Home Staffing Issue
It’s no secret that staffing issues in nursing homes have dominated the Biden Administration’s reforms focus. The coming weeks mark one year since the administration
5 Things You Should Know About AB 48
In the interest of protecting nursing home residents, and all Americans, from abuses, including that of unnecessary drugging, we are huge advocates of staying informed.
Wrongful death in a nursing home
Wrongful death cases in nursing homes for the elderly generally occur due to negligence committed due to discovery by their staff or even abuse of
Mental Health & The Concern Among Nursing Home Residents
Mental health disorders affect every age group and demographic. But nursing home residents are particularly susceptible to developing mental health issues, making it one of
News: CMS Investigates Schizophrenia Diagnoses & Antipsychotics
Utilizing quality measures (QMs) in nursing home ratings has been at the forefront of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’s efforts to track and
What is important to look for when visiting a nursing home?
Regular visits to a loved one living in a care home for the elderly are critical to know they are being taken care of properly,
The Link Between Diabetes & Nursing Home Neglect
Diabetes is one of the most common illnesses among nursing home residents. According to the BMC Nursing medical journal, roughly 18% of the U.S. nursing
9 Local Resources for LA Senior Citizens
If you’re 65 or older and looking into long-term care living, ready to enjoy retirement, then maintaining your independence and getting the help you need
Falls and fractures common in the elderly
Falls and broken bones in older people can significantly change their lives as the risks of falling and more serious injuries increase as the years
