Hardly a week goes by without an atrocity of elder abuse or neglect appearing in the national news. Every family has a loved one — a […]

Article Overview Assisted Living Abuse is on the rise. Fortunately, in recent years, there has been increased awareness about the mistreatment of the elderly. By learning […]

Nursing home abuse and neglect can happen anywhere, including in nursing homes and assisted living homes where families believe their loved ones are safe. Understanding the […]

Bed sores, also known as decubitus ulcers, pressure sores, and pressure ulcers, are one of the most common injuries resulting from nursing home neglect. Bed sore […]

Elder abuse is a serious concern, affecting many Americans each year. One way to prevent elder abuse is to educate more people about the issues surrounding […]

While always a concern, nursing home abuse has more people worried these days due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Health Organization (WHO) has formally declared […]

Sexual assaults can happen to anyone, however elderly individuals are particularly vulnerable to these types of attacks. Elder sexual assault is just one part of the […]

Elopement is a major life-threatening issue related to caring for an individual with cognitive loss, also known as elder wandering. Elopement can have serious consequences, especially […]

Bed sores (also called pressure ulcers, pressure sores, or decubitus ulcers) are a common injury caused by nursing home abuse or neglect of elderly patients. These […]

Earlier this week, the state of California reported that nearly 40% of the coronavirus-related deaths had happened at assisted living facilities and skilled nursing facilities. As […]