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. Part of these efforts were the federal proposals, as well as the push for a staffing standard. But we have always advocated for grassroots approaches, knowing that the voices of […]
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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 rule from CMS and the significant discussion and backlash that followed from various avenues, it is hard to say which way the legislature currently stands. To add more unknowns, the
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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 improvements in awareness, if not in policy itself. However, we are still seeing clear pushes for better care and improved policy. In California, Governor Newsom signed twelve new laws each
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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 his family is now suing the nursing home for “dependent neglect, negligence, and negligent infliction of emotional distress.” “A loss is considered a wrongful death when the death results from
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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 investigation, violations were found at the nursing home which were cited as “substantial factors” in the deaths of one resident in March and another in June. Both resident deaths were
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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 advocate, and empower residents to use their voice and speak up for their right to live a comfortable, full, and enriching life. This month, we’d like to focus on some
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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 possible lives. Aging is not everyone’s favorite topic, and can be scary for some, especially if they have health problems that could worsen as they get older. However, there are
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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 and just as many resources to do their job and take care of some of America’s most vulnerable citizens. In fact, it might be more important that caregivers have what
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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 be many in-person trainings, conferences, and plenty of people to go to for help (such as your ombudsman), there are also a huge number of online resources for nursing home
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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 and care facility industry. But there is also power in using your voice. For those residents who are still able to advocate for themselves or are passionate about advocating for
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