Nursing Home Abuse or Negligence

Unfortunately nursing home abuse and neglect is common. Should your family member be a victim of abuse or neglect, call Chris Thaens immediately for a free consultation.

EXAMPLES OF NURSING HOME NEGLECT OR ABUSE MAY INCLUDE:

• Lack of attention to basic needs
• Poor wound care
• Failure to properly help patient walk from bed
• Improperly feeding or not feeding patient
• Patient has no access to water
• Errors in, or lack of dispensing medication
• Poor toileting facilities or lack of bathroom assistance
• Unsanitary living conditions
• Inadequate daily care and grooming
• Ignoring of patient
• Lack of socialization leading to depression
• Humiliation or mocking; verbal abuse
• Elder abuse from other nursing home residents
• Financial exploitation (stealing money, checks, credit cards, or belongings)
• Sexual abuse

Placing a loved one in a nursing home or assisted living facility can be one of the most difficult decisions for a family member to make. If a facility is understaffed, or the staff on duty is not sufficiently trained or properly screened, your loved one could become a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect. If this happens, you should seek out a nursing home abuse lawyer Chris Thaens immediately.