Bedsores in Nursing Homes: Signs of Neglect and Your Legal Rights
Finding out that your loved one has developed bedsores in a nursing home is both heartbreaking and deeply concerning. These painful, and sometimes life-threatening wounds
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New Documentary Sheds Light on Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse and neglect are not new problems. However, in recent years, more of a focus has been directed towards solving the abuse crisis.
The Hidden Impact of Common Infections in Nursing Homes
Every day, 1 in 43 nursing home residents contracts an infection—often with devastating consequences. Families place their trust in nursing homes to provide safe, compassionate
In the News: Los Angeles Nursing Homes Evacuated
No matter how prepared we are for natural disasters, they are still devastating and life-changing for anyone caught in the disaster zone. The recent wildfires
Skin Infections in Nursing Homes: Protecting Elderly Residents
More than one in ten nursing home residents suffer from skin infections like pressure ulcers. These preventable conditions can lead to serious complications—and your loved
What’s in Store for Nursing Home Staffing Standards with the Incoming Administration
For a few years now, the staffing standard for nursing homes has been at the forefront of long-term care policy change. Between the initial final
19 Skilled Nursing Facilities Sued for Severe Neglect
This shocking case from the first quarter of 2024 is an extreme and egregious example of how not only inadequate staffing but facility negligence can
Guide To Nursing Home Neglect Settlements: What Victims & Families Should Know
Nursing home neglect and abuse can leave families facing physical injuries, emotional scars, or even the loss of a loved one. Seeking accountability through a
In the News: 20 Attorneys General Sue Over Staffing Standard
Over the last several years, the need for a staffing standard in the nursing home industry has been at the forefront of advocacy and policy.
12 New California Laws Improving Nursing Home Care
It’s been a few years since the Biden administration added nursing home care to their list of priorities. Since then, we’ve seen a variety of
Wrongful Death: California Residents Restrained with Sedatives
A Berkeley man was heavily sedated to prevent him from “wandering” in a Los Angeles nursing home. His over-medication eventually led to his death and
Elder-Healthcare-Facility Arbitration Agreements And The California Supreme Court
The California Supreme Court holds that signing an optional arbitration agreement is not a “healthcare decision” Healthcare facilities increasingly rely on arbitration agreements to shield
Los Angeles Nursing Home Negligence “Substantial Factor” in Two Deaths
In less than three months, two residents of the Ararat Nursing Facility in Mission Hills died under suspicious circumstances that directly point to negligence. After
Use Your Voice: Celebrating Residents’ Rights Month
It’s officially October which means we are celebrating Residents’ Rights Month! This is a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness, take a few extra steps to
Neglect, Abuse, And What To Do
Abuse and neglect are closely related and often look similar. Spotting the difference informs how you handle the situation. Abuse and neglect can happen to
5 Resources Improving Resident Life
It is up to all of us to be advocates for the elderly in our communities. Creating an aging-friendly world and building solid relationships can
3 Ways to Encourage Healthy Aging During Healthy Aging Month
September is Healthy Aging Month! During September we are raising awareness of ways older Americans can age with grace and dignity and live their best
Key Resources for Caregivers
We often focus our attention on the residents and elderly Americans who need care. But what about the caregivers? They need just as much support
Online Nursing Home Resident Resources
Despite our best efforts to provide key resources to nursing home residents across the country, there is always new information to share. While there may
12 Takeaways from the Resident Council Guide
The adage is true: knowledge is power. Knowing your rights and the policies that shape quality care is incredibly important to bettering the nursing home