Residents of nursing homes rely on their facilities to provide them with medical and occupational care while they convalesce. In Baltimore, individuals reside in nursing home due to varying ailments and for different lengths of time. Regardless of their needs and...
Negligence may cause nursing home residents to fall and suffer injury
As a person ages, they may face a number of health challenges that make it difficult for them to move around. This struggle with mobility can often cause them to fall, resulting in injury. Elderly nursing home residents are at risk for falls that could cause serious...
The 7 types of elder abuse
A nursing home staff is tasked with providing the care and attention elderly residents require to stay safe, happy and healthy. Unfortunately, a negligent or abusive staff can cause serious injuries, worsening conditions or new ailments. While every situation is...
The psychological effects of physical restraints on the elderly
Nursing home negligence can mean countless things from simple inattention to intentionally causing harm. A negligent nursing home staff can be tied to medication errors, dehydration, injuries during transport and bed sores. Unfortunately, the use of restraints can...
How malnourishment or dehydration happens in nursing homes
Many elderly individuals reach a point where they need a help taking care of their basic needs, such as food. Thankfully, when an elderly parent, relative or loved one moves into a nursing home, it’s not difficult to find a place that offers meals. But what if they...