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
How do you know if your loved one is suffering abuse or neglect in a nursing home in Kentucky? Would you be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of nursing home abuse? Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect is a growing problem across the country and here in Kentucky. Care facilities are often understaffed … Continued
What constitutes elder abuse or neglect in Kentucky when a loved one is in the care of a nursing home or assisted care facility? Kentucky law and federal statutes require these healthcare providers and facilities to maintain a high standard of care for our seniors. Unfortunately, it is quite common for nursing homes and retirement … Continued
A recent study by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) cautions nursing home prescriptions may result in injury or harm for dementia patients and extended care patients in general. The study showed drug therapy, and the use of anti-psychotics in particular, are recommended only in cases where the “potential benefits outweigh the adverse side effects” of … Continued
Recent findings in a study by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) lead to a troubling conclusion: US nursing homes are overstating their staffing. The fact is nursing home staffing issues lead to neglect and injuries for patients in those nursing homes. CMS provided a five star rating system for nursing homes which … 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
Nursing home and elder abuse in Louisville is unfortunately on the rise. Louisville is home to many skilled nursing homes some of which have been sued in the past for nursing home and elder abuse. When you entrust your loved ones to the care of a skilled nursing facility, the biggest fear is that nursing … 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
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