Your Guide to Nursing Home Abuse & Prevention
Millions of elderly adults live in nursing home facilities.
Every one of them deserves to feel safe, protected, and respected.
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Are Nursing Home Staff Mandated Reporters?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that there were around 15,300 nursing homes in 2020, representing a resident population of 1.3 million. These facilities provide around-the-clock support that matches the individual needs
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The Most Common Nursing Home Complaints
As families, we trust nursing homes to provide our loved ones with quality care, comfort, and safety. While most facilities do their best to meet these expectations, others fall short, leading to a variety of
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How Common Is Violence in Nursing Homes?
Nursing homes are meant to be safe places for our older loved ones. They deserve to receive quality care and respect in their later years. But that is not always the case. Violent acts can
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Who Investigates Nursing Home Abuse?
For every reported case of elder abuse, there are approximately 24 unreported cases. Recognizing and acting on signs of elder abuse can be difficult, especially when the victim is reluctant to come forward with accusations.
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