Sexual Abuse in California Nursing Homes

Written by Adam Peck Category: Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect March 3rd, 2017 2 min read

Sexual Abuse in California Nursing Homes

Unfortunately sexual abuse in nursing homes is a shocking reality that becomes more and more prevalent each year in California. The elderly come to California nursing homes hoping to be cared for and rely on the caretakers at these nursing homes – sometimes completely. Some seniors can’t walk, some can’t talk, and the very people that are supposed to be taking care of them are performing the unspeakable.

Signs of Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes

Although it may be hard to tell if your elderly loved one is being sexually abused by their caretakers, there are oftentimes emotional and physical signs of abuse that you can look for.

The physical abuse signs include:

Markings on the body such as bruises or cuts
Medication over-dosage
Bleeding near their genital area
Bloody clothing and/or bedding
STDs

The emotional abuse signs include:

Not wanting to be alone
Rapid changes in the elderly person’s personality
Stress & anxiety, especially when around the caretaker
Fear, withdrawal, and frequent unexplained crying

When visiting your loved one at a nursing home be aware of your surroundings. Are the caretakers not allowing you to visit your elder loved one? When they do allow you to visit are they lingering around?

What to do if you or a love one is a victim of nursing home sexual abuse

Sexual abuse in nursing homes is an unspeakable act and must be stopped immediately. If you are a victim of sexual abuse or expect that a loved one is being sexually abused please call the Peck Law Group nursing home abuse attorneys in Los Angeles and throughout California for your free case evaluation at (866) 999-9085. The Peck Law Group will help you get the answers you deserve and bring those responsible to justice.

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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.