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, residents were often left alone in their rooms, separated from family, and without social activities which were canceled. This isolation epidemic was eventually contested with the Essential Caregivers Act, but …
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 important to not only know your rights as a nursing home resident, but also understand nursing home policies and laws. For example, when it comes to discharging residents from the …
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 abuse. In fact, the majority of elder abuse is perpetrated by family members of the victim. The likelihood of family abusers is high for a number of reasons, and family …
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 America, staffing standards and understaffing have become a huge talking point in the industry. To better understand the problem and offer real solutions, The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term …
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 and translate, especially if they are bogged down in legalese. When it comes to nursing homes and other care facilities, the risk of blindly signing an agreement that harms you …
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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 to be by their side at a moment’s notice. That’s why it is vitally important to be an advocate for yourself for as long as possible. Taking some key steps …
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 abuse. In California, there are specifically three groups that focus on and help with nursing home abuse cases. While they may work with other cases in addition to elder abuse, …
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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 to report abuse and neglect to higher authorities, it is vital to say something. However, it’s disheartening to see just how necessary reporting has become. Recent statistics from California Department …
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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 don’t understand resident rights, or both parties are purposefully misled. Within the nursing home industry, specifically regarding resident evictions, administrators often offer misleading information, claiming involuntary holds as a basis …
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 have experienced adds another layer of anxiety, and taking the step to hold the nursing home accountable can feel overwhelming. However, there are resources out there, including a recent Super …
