Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are a common issue among elderly individuals who spend a lot of time in bed or sitting in one position. These sores can cause significant discomfort and health complications if not addressed promptly. It is important to...
Elder abuse happens when adults aged at least 60 years old suffer harm from a negligent or intentional act. Committing elder abuse may constitute a single act, a repetition of an offense or a combination of offenses. According to the Maryland Department of Aging...
Common but preventable injuries often occur in Maryland nursing homes. The number of hip fractures in these facilities is rising due to the increasing number of elderly residents in conjunction with unfavorable conditions. Most of these injuries occur due to neglect...
Prolonged pressure on the skin can impede blood flow, leading to injuries to the skin and underlying tissue. These injuries are called bedsores or pressure ulcers. Bedsores often develop on the skin around the bony areas of the body, such as the hips, ankles, heels,...
Your loved one’s safety is a top priority. When your loved one resides in an elderly care facility, they should receive the care they need within a secure environment. This applies in a nursing home, assisted living or a memory care unit. Unfortunately, some nursing...
Elderly individuals, particularly those residing in nursing homes, can experience a range of health conditions. Even the healthiest senior may gradually decline in health over time. However, when there’s a sudden, unexplained decline or visible signs of neglect, it...
Nursing home residents are at an elevated risk of experiencing a fall because they not only need special care and attention, but hazards also abound. Intrinsic risk factors often include the natural bodily decline that comes with age, underlying health conditions and...
When your family places a loved one in a nursing care facility, you do so with the expectation that he or she will receive quality care. It can be devastating to learn that your loved one may be experiencing care that does not meet appropriate standards, and in fact,...
Patient falls in nursing homes remains a serious topic. Even minor spills among older individuals sometimes lead to injuries, and sharper falls can result in long-term health complications. Care facilities can do plenty to reduce the frequency of tumbles that happen...
A potential elopement episode is one of the most common fears of families when placing their loved ones in Maryland nursing homes. This is a resident’s unsupervised act of wandering or leaving the facility, making them a “flight risk.” They often do this as a...
