Should you be concerned about Louisville nursing home and skilled care abuse and neglect and resulting injuries and health issues? Did you know that Louisville is one of the largest, if not THE largest cluster of aging care such as nursing homes, home based health care, hospice and senior living services? This was recently noted … Continued
Do you need help diagnosing nursing home abuse and neglect in Louisville and across Kentucky? Are you suspicious about bruises, wounds or nursing home injuries which your loved one has been forced to endure? You’re not alone, and as America’s population continues to age we are hearing more stories of nursing home neglect, as well … Continued
The use of restraints in nursing homes is not as common as it was even a decade ago as the use of restraints in nursing homes and extended care facilities has been limited under Kentucky and federal law. Restraints may actually be a sign of nursing home abuse and it is important to remain vigilant … Continued
Increases in medication may be a sign of nursing home neglect in Louisville or anywhere across the State of Kentucky. According to a recent study by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (MCS), nationally more than 17% of the patents in nursing homes and convalescent centers are given higher doses of antipsychotic medications each … Continued
For some years, much has been written about the dangers of the “July effect” in nursing homes, hospitals and healthcare in general. This theory holds that the influx of new residents, fellows and interns at nursing homes and hospitals every July causes a decline in patient care, an increase in surgical errors and a rise … Continued
Patient or resident dehydration is a common sign of abuse and neglect in a nursing home. Dehydration is simply an excessive loss of water in the body. Generally, itr occurs due to inadequate care. This condition affects every one of the body’s major organs and systems, and can actually become life threatening. Dehydration is one … Continued
We entrust the care of our loved ones to Louisville or Kentucky nursing homes. It is disappointing to learn about the high incidence of nursing home abuse or neglect as well as the risk of injury for elderly patients. What signs should you look for if you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect in Kentucky? … Continued
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