The physical abuse of elderly people gets a lot of attention, and rightly so, in the media. However, abuse can take many forms, each as harmful as the next. Psychological abuse, in general, is a huge risk to those residing in a nursing home. However, gaslighting can make elderly people question their very sanity. What […]
If you’re worried about elder abuse in a nursing home abuse, you’re probably looking for physical signs. You want to make sure that you notice any bruises or cuts that are unexplained. You are hoping to protect your elderly loved one from harm, knowing they may not be able to do so on their own. […]
In 2020, Georgia state lawmakers implemented a number of reforms in response to reports of elder neglect and abuse at facilities across the state, including some of the pricier, private ones. A number of these cases were brought to light in a series in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Now a Gwinnett County jury has weighed in […]
When you place your parent in a nursing home, you entrust them to the care of the staff in that home. It is not a decision you will make lightly, but often, due to the complexity of caring for aging parents, it is your only choice. Unfortunately, some nursing homes fail to repay the trust […]
Having parents or an elderly relative with declining health may require them to live in a Georgia nursing home. Checking on them periodically to ensure that they are being treated right is essential, especially with the lack of thorough inspections in these facilities over the past year. Nursing homes must meet specific federal guidelines and […]
A common type of abuse in a nursing home is physical. This involves leaving restraints on patients for too long or neglecting the patient long enough for physical issues to arise. Another type of abuse in Georgia nursing homes that you might not be as familiar with is emotional abuse. If you have a family […]
When your parent becomes elderly and needs extra care, you likely are wary of putting them in a nursing home right away. However, you eventually may need to make that difficult decision. Yet, you still are concerned. You don’t want your mom or dad to become a victim to nursing home abuse or neglect. How […]
One of the main causes of elder abuse within nursing home settings in Georgia and other U.S. states is caregiver burnout. While there is no excuse for elder abuse, there are several factors that may contribute to caregiver burnout. Financial issues, stressful working situations and substance abuse problems can lead to abusive or negligent care. […]
As people grow older in Atlanta their bodies do not work quite the same way as they do when they are younger. Due to this fact, they may need extra assistance with various activities throughout the day. Also, they may develop various diseases and injure themselves and require additional medical attention as a result. While […]
You’ve noticed a different tone to your weekly visits or phone call check-ins with your relative in a nursing home. When you can’t stop by in-person, you find comfort in knowing you helped pick out their assisted living care facility due to its great care options and friendly staff. But the last time you chatted […]