Nursing homes were designed to serve as safe havens for our loved ones. Sadly, many residents suffer injuries that staff may have prevented. If you're worried about a family member in a nursing home, you're not alone. Every year, thousands of families face the...
If you or a loved one had an extended stay at a nursing home, step-down unit or other long-term care facility, one serious problem you might have encountered is bedsores. Also known by the medical term decubitus ulcers, a serious bedsore is a harbinger of caregiver...
There are certain risks that come with living in a nursing home. Elderly individuals do suffer injuries. For instance, someone could be injured in a fall while trying to move from their room to the dining area. However, nursing home staff members are expected to take...
Falls are a significant concern in nursing homes. They present a major risk to the health and well-being of residents. Unfortunately, these incidents are alarmingly frequent and can lead to serious consequences. It's essential to understand the causes and effects of...
Nursing homes provide an environment for older adults requiring assistance with daily living. A common issue within these facilities is the risk of falls, which can lead to catastrophic injuries such as hip fractures and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Understanding...
Nursing home neglect and abuse are different, though related. Neglect is something that happens because the caretakers simply aren’t providing the right level of care, but abuse is when they are actively performing negative events to harm someone. Examples of this can...
Living in a nursing home is a challenge because you have to count on other people to take care of some of your basic needs. While many workers in nursing homes care about the residents and take pride in making sure they’re healthy, there are others who harm...
If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, you may have heard the term “elopement.” If a family member is in a nursing home, memory care facility or another type of long-term care environment, it’s crucial to know exactly what protocols they...
A nursing home staff will often rely on restraints to prevent an elderly resident from wandering, falling or unintentionally injuring themselves. These restraints can either be physical such as straps and wheelchair locks or chemical such as sedatives and psychotropic...
It was a difficult decision, but you’ve decided as a family to place your elderly relative in a nursing home. Ultimately, this decision is in their best interests. They can still lead a fulfilling life, but they can get assistance with the things they now struggle to...
