Technology feels like a necessary evil in our modern, fast-paced world. For older Americans it’s also overwhelming. There’s so much to learn, relearn, keep up with, and adapt to that often senior citizens tend to get lost in the shuffle. But technology is a vital communication tool that connects elders to resources, family, friends, games, […]
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Allegations Against Nursing Home Worker Protecting our elderly loved ones from abuse is a critical responsibility. Unfortunately, a disturbing case has emerged in Glendale, where a nursing home worker has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a vulnerable patient. Larry Stanfill, 20, of Tujunga, was employed as a certified nursing assistant at Glendale Post Acute
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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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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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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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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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Our local efforts to prevent abuse have helped make great strides in protecting our most vulnerable elderly population. However, sometimes help is needed at a higher level. In the past decade an effort has been made at the federal level to reform the nursing home industry, address staffing needs, and so much more. In order
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Our focus and specialty at Gharibian Law is primarily elder abuse and neglect cases, specifically those taking place in nursing homes. However, we have a few other law specialties that allow us to help other members of our community find justice for their loved ones. One of those areas of laws we practice is Wrongful
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