When people decide the time has come to move to a long-term care facility in Kentucky, it is often because mobility issues have made living alone impossible. Being confined to a wheelchair or bed can create difficulties in a nursing home, too, though. According to the Mayo Clinic, people who remain in the same position […]
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Bullying in nursing homes: emotional abuse
Anyone in Kentucky could feel that another person is being a bully, purposefully acting aggressively or in a threatening way. Nursing home residents may be particularly at risk, though. HelpGuide.org points out that physical and mental health issues may keep them from standing up for themselves, and may make them more vulnerable to verbal attacks. There […]
4 types of elder abuse to be aware of
It is a tragic reality that elderly men and women are susceptible to abuse and mistreatment. This is largely because older persons can suffer from declining mental health, and they are often unfamiliar with computers, cellphones and other technologies that offer resources to report or understand abuse. They also can experience physical frailty, isolation and […]
Neglectful caregivers for an elderly woman charged with felonies
Southerners often regard family as one of the most important parts of life. And indeed, many Kentuckians maintain close relationships with all members of the family, including elderly loved ones. Considering how important family is, and how beloved our elderly family members are, it is crucial that we advocate for them when they are in […]
Documenting signs of nursing home abuse or neglect
When a loved one is placed in the care of a nursing home, we expect that they will be treated well and with dignity. After all, the facility is being paid to provide a standard level of care to patients and residents, so family members have the right to expect that standard will be met. […]