One family told their saddening account of finding out about the abuse that their loved one suffered in a nursing home, and it all started when they noticed that some small items were missing from the room. They thought that someone had stolen the items – perhaps another person living there — and so they […]
Read MoreNew York nursing home facing more trouble
Nobody wants to hear about a story of nursing home abuse or negligence, as this means that a patient was not treated with the respect that he or she deserves. However, this crime continues to be a problem throughout the country, including in the state of New York. A Long Island nursing home has found […]
Read MoreNew York scores poorly in nursing home care report
Every nursing home facility employee is expected to take care of residents like one of his or her own family. In some states throughout the country, poor care is more common than it should be. The Families for Better Care’s Nursing Home Report Card showed that New York is one of the worst states in […]
Read More9 charged in New York nursing home abuse case
Nursing homes are supposed to be a place for elderly individuals to receive a high quality of care from skilled professionals. Unfortunately, there are situations in which nursing home employees are negligent, which often times leads to serious injury or death. New York state prosecutors have charged a total of nine people in connection with […]
Read MoreNew York nursing home abuse not always investigated
Despite the fact that there are more nursing home residents in New York than any other state in the U.S., it is investigating fewer complaints of abuse than other states are. Since nursing home abuse is a critical issue in states throughout the country, it is important for family members, as well as watchdog programs, […]
Read More17 charged in New York nursing home abuse case
When people are in the care of a nursing home, they expect to be treated with respect at all times. Unfortunately, some establishments hire people who do not believe in providing this type of care. Nine nursing assistants and eight nurses have been charged with misdemeanor and felony counts for a pattern of negligence against […]
Read MoreNew York nursing home hit with a lawsuit for hiring stripper
When it comes to nursing home abuse, many people automatically assume that this always has something to do with physical abuse or negligence. While this is typically the case, there are other types of abuse that can lead to trouble for the establishment in question. That trouble includes civil litigation. A lawsuit filed last month […]
Read More4 nursing homes in trouble for abuse, other incidents
Many of our New York readers are familiar with nursing homes in their home state, as well as those in neighboring areas such as Connecticut. When choosing a nursing home for a loved one, you expect that the person will be treated with a high level of care and respect at all times. Recently, the […]
Read MoreNursing home negligence leads to multiple arrests
When a family makes the tough decision to have a loved one put in a nursing home, they expect that person to be treated with respect at all times. While this is almost always the case, there are situations in which a patient is neglected or abused. The New York state attorney general’s office has […]
Read MoreFamilies speak out regarding nursing home abuse accusations
Although most nursing home facilities truly care about the well being of each and every patient, the same cannot be said across the board. Our New York readers are familiar with local nursing homes that have not lived up to expectations, and this happens in other states as well. Several North Carolina families are speaking […]
Read MoreCNA pleads guilty to nursing home abuse
From one side of the country to the next, people with a loved one in a nursing home have to be worried about the potential of abuse. While this is not something that happens often, it happens enough to make people concerned. Our New York readers may already be familiar with the case of a […]
Read MoreGranny cams becoming legal in some states
Although it should never be a problem, nursing home abuse is a concern for many patients, as well as their families. While most facilities do whatever they can to ensure the wellbeing of the patients in their care, this is not always the case. With this becoming a growing concern, many states are beginning to […]
Read MoreFamily accuses nursing home of abuse
Nursing home abuse is a crime that is committed time and time again in states throughout the country. Regardless of location or the extent of the abuse, there is no reason this crime should ever take place. Unfortunately, it is an issue that ends up harming both the victim, as well as their family. Although […]
Read MorePatients left behind after assisted living facility is shut down
There is no denying the fact that nursing home patients, as well as their loved ones, expect to be treated with respect and the highest level of care at all times. The same holds true for assisted living facilities, which share many of the same goals. Although our New York readers may not know much […]
Read MoreNursing home reform in Arkansas to fight abuse
Although nursing home abuse is something that many people only pay attention to if it hits close to their heart, others realize this is a problem that needs to be stopped as soon as possible. Every year, nursing home residents throughout the country are harmed by staffers for one reason or the next. Our New […]
Read MoreNursing home abuse in California is a growing concern
Nursing home abuse is a major concern, regardless of the facility or location. In today’s age, one would think that nursing homes would know how to treat patients with respect. However, this is not always the case. While most facilities are doing exactly what they should, there are still those in many parts of the […]
Read MoreTwo New York nursing homes fined
The thought of nursing home abuse should not have to enter anybody’s mind, but the fact of the matter is that this is happening all over the country. From the residents of the nursing homes to their loved ones, this is a serious issue for many in this situation. Additionally, abuse is not the only […]
Read MoreTwo caregivers in New York charged with nursing home abuse
Last Tuesday, two women charged with nursing home abuse were brought before a Long Island judge for reportedly beating an 88-year-old man who did not want to take a shower. The daughter of the victim recently spoke out during a segment with CBS 2 news. She said, “They put a pillow on his face while […]
Read MoreNursing home abuse may be underreported
A recent poll revealed that 23 of every 1,000 New York senior citizens has suffered from physical or sexual abuse while living in a care facility, and that the number of older New Yorkers who have been financially exploited is even higher. The numbers may seem astounding, but some experts believe the actual number may […]
Read MoreWoman awarded $843,000 for severe injuries from nursing home fall
Falls are common in nursing homes. Residents of nursing homes are usually more frail than older adults who live independently. They may have more chronic health conditions, more difficulty walking and other factors that make them more likely to fall. Often, these conditions are the reason that older adults move into nursing homes in the […]
Read MoreGrandmother allegedly abused at Bronx nursing home hospitalized
When a New Yorker has to send a loved one to the nursing home, it is a tough decision to make. There are many people who wish they could take care of their family members themselves, but bringing a family member to a nursing home may be the only option for some people, as they […]
Read MoreFor-profit nursing homes have higher rates of abuse and fraud
As the number of for-profit nursing homes grows in New York and across the country, so do cases of abuse and fraud. For-profit nursing homes may show greater financial success than their non-profit counterparts, yet allegations exist that the success is due to for-profit nursing homes providing fewer staff and cutting staff hours to reduce […]
Read MorePrevent nursing home abuse by being vigilant
The decision to put a loved one in a nursing home is difficult. Though you would like to be able to care for him or her at home, sometimes family members need professional, medical help. It may be impossible for some families in Queens to provide the 24-hour care or medical assistance that a loved […]
Read MoreBed sores linked to increased fatalities, study finds
A bed sore, or pressure ulcer, may sound like a relatively minor health issue. A new study led by UCLA researchers, however, shows that individuals suffering from bed sores are more likely to die in hospitals or require increased hospitalization. Unfortunately bed sores are relatively common on seniors in nursing homes or hospitals. They occur […]
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