It is an unfortunate fact that the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted the elderly population, particularly those living in nursing homes or assisted living facilities.  In some states, nursing home/assisted living facility COVID-19 deaths can represent as much as half of all COVID-19-related deaths in the state. While the risk of COVID-19 infection represents a […]

When your loved one is a resident in a nursing home or other assisted living facility, you trust that they will be treated with care and respect. Unfortunately, nursing home residents can fall victim to various forms of neglect and abuse. It’s important to be able to recognize the signs of abuse or neglect for […]

Whether you are researching nursing homes for yourself or for a loved one, it is good to know why abuse can occur in these homes. With this information in mind, you can take steps to minimize the chances of abuse in your situation. Background checks on staff are not thorough enough Some nursing homes may […]