North Carolina Observing Elder Abuse Awareness Month says Los Angeles Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Attorney Steven Peck

Written by Adam Peck Category: Elder Law January 26th, 2013 2 min read

North Carolina will be observing Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse Awareness Month from May 6th – June 20th 2011, according to North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services.

Nursing home abuse and neglect attorneys want to remind everyone to wear a purple ribbon in honor of keeping our elders safe and to watch out for the common forms of abuse that take place in nursing homes and what signs to look for if you have an elderly loved one residing in an elder care facility.

There are several types of nursing home abuse in Carolina and throughout the country. Physical abuse is the most apparent to the human eye. You may see signs of bruising, cuts, bed sores or other injuries, failure to maintain hygiene or unsanitary living conditions.

In addition to abuse, caregivers at nursing home facilities can be guilty of neglecting residents. Most types of neglect are not as easily detected. Nurses may neglect a resident in the following manners: failure to feed or provide water, connect and interact emotionally with the resident or refrain from giving correct doses of medication in time-sensitive situations or needed medical care.

Victims of abuse at nursing home or assisted living facilities are often afraid to speak up. If you have a loved one at an elder care facility, it is your responsibility to make sure they are being treated appropriately. The following are some suggestions to help make sure proper care is being given:

-Maintain a close connection by participating in as many activities as possible with your loved one.

-Interact with other residents to see if you can detect signs of abuse or neglect in them.

-Check your loved one’s medication records to make sure doses are properly maintained.

-Periodically check in with nurses or caregivers regarding the current physical and mental condition of your loved one.

-If abuse or neglect is detected – take action. Contact a Peck Law Group lawyer toll free at 1.866.999.9085 to discuss your rights immediately.

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Written by Adam Peck

Expertise: Personal Injury

Adam J. Peck, ESQ is a principal with Peck Law Group, APC. In 2008, Mr. Adam Peck received his Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. His practice is primarily dedicated to representing Elders, Dependent Adults, along with their loved ones and family members, who have suffered horrific personal injuries.