Elder Neglect and Abuse is unacceptable…PERIOD. Caregivers in nursing homes – nurses and aides – are hired and trusted to provide professional and compassionate care with a polished set of morals. The RULE: Do No Harm. Many people ask: What factors cause nursing home abuse? What are the warning signs I [..]

Abuse and neglect of any kind in care facilities has serious, negative effects on the victims experiencing it and their families. Over time, poor care and treatment can take its toll on a nursing home resident. Such situations can lead to multitude of health conditions both physical and mental. In [..]

Dehydration is a common sign of nursing home neglect. According to a recently published study that tested the fluid intake and retention of 40 nursing home residents, nearly all of the patients exhibited symptoms of dehydration. Moreover, of the 40 residents tested, 25 of them had developed a health condition [..]