Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse
The decision to place a loved one in a nursing home or assisted living facility can be emotionally painful and is frequently based upon the expectation that the chosen facility will provide a safe, engaging environment and the level of care that your loved one requires. Many find that this expectation is met, but there are those who discover too late that their confidence has been misplaced. The elderly are our nation’s most defenseless population and make easy targets for abuse and neglect. When a facility does breach the confidence entrusted to it, family members may feel both betrayed and confused about how to protect their loved one and where to turn for help.
Your loved one does not surrender his/her right to protection from abuse or neglect after entering a nursing home or assisted living facility. The basic rights and dignity of an individual should never be ignored simply because that person has reached an age or physical/mental state requiring the help of others to assist with the activities of daily life. As nursing home residents may have a limited ability to communicate, family members must monitor their loved ones’ care and be mindful of any potential signs of abuse or neglect.
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