Nursing Home Negligence

One of the biggest concerns families have when a loved one transitions into assisted living is negligence. However, if you have done your due diligence and committed to regular visits, it is very possible that you have chosen a great living situation for your loved...

When your loved one finds a nursing home they like, you may feel a rush of relief. However, in the time after they move in and get settled, you may notice some signs that the staff is treating them poorly. Noticing nursing home neglect is sometimes tough for people...

If you have a loved one in a nursing home, then you may think about them often. You might find yourself wondering about the quality of care that they get, and whether or not they have what they need. While you may not be able to know everything that happens when your...

As a person ages, he or she may find the need to use the bathroom more often. Many people have to get up during the night, sometimes, multiple times, to use the restroom. U.S. News and World Report explains getting in and out of bed increases the risk of a fall for...

The decision to place a loved one in a nursing home is rarely easy. Even when it is in the person's best interests, family may feel conflicted about the process. You may also have concerns about the level of care your family member receives. The highlights the...

Making the move from a family home into a nursing home or elder care facility can be a difficult transition. Your loved one may be feeling nervous about the changes or afraid of losing contact and connection with their family. You can make this transition easier and...

When you look for a Delaware nursing home for one or both of your parents, you want to do your due diligence to make sure the home provides quality care. You also want to ensure a home has enough staff members around to help your loved one when the need arises. Many...

Nursing home residents often need assistance to access food and drinks. Without adequate help from home workers to receive liquids and meals, a senior’s health could suffer. You might notice such a case with your senior relative. Sometimes nursing home neglect results...

Making the decision to place a loved one in a nursing home is almost always difficult. It is essential that you find a quality facility for your family member, which reduces the risk that your loved one will be subject to abuse or neglect. The following are a few...

Realizing that it is time to place a loved one in a nursing home is hard. You and your family might have tried to care for a parent or grandparent at home for as long as possible, but you could not provide the specialized care that he or she needed. You probably took...