Posts Tagged ‘elderly’
The Growing Issue of Neglect of the Elderly in Nursing Homes
Today we want to focus on elderly neglect, which has been a growing concern in nursing homes today. But what is neglect of an elder? It is when a caregiver fails to meet the needs of an elderly person that they give care to every day, such as withholding their food, medications, and even their…
Read MoreWhy an Attorney Should Handle Your Elder Abuse Case
If a loved one you know has been abused in a nursing home setting, you may feel lost and helpless as you fight for their rights. However, these cases are not always simple and it can take time to solve these cases, battling harsh emotions along the way. This is where we come in, to…
Read MoreElder Abuse, Restraining Orders, and Other Things to Know
As you probably already know, elderly people are abused every year. This upsetting, concerning type of abuse takes many forms such as physical, emotional, and sexual abuse – as well as neglect and abandonment of the elderly. There are many signs of abuse that can be seen by both loved ones and caretakers, such as…
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