Choosing a nursing home for a loved one is one of the most important decisions a family can make. The facility will be responsible for the loved one’s daily care and well-being at a time when they need help the most. While brochures and tours […]
Read MoreMoving a loved one into a nursing home is one of the most difficult transitions many families have to make. They trust that the trained professionals at the facility will provide care, safety, and dignity during a vulnerable stage of their family member’s life. Unfortunately, […]
Read MoreLosing a loved one is never easy, especially when you’ve entrusted medical professionals to take care of them. For Tammy Maham, that trust was broken under horrific circumstances. Nurenberg Paris trial attorney Jeff Heller is representing the Estate of Robert Meyer, 84, in an investigation […]
Read MoreWhen a family moves their loved one into a nursing home, they trust that staff will provide compassionate care in a safe and secure environment. But when that trust is broken, the consequences can be devastating. In some cases, staff negligence and safety violations don’t […]
Read MoreMany nursing homes rely on resident alarm systems to monitor patients at risk of falling or wandering. These small devices, often built into beds, wheelchairs, or call buttons, alert staff when a resident tries to move or needs help. When used properly, they can prevent […]
Read MoreMost families never imagine a nursing home would hide abuse, yet it’s shockingly common. In fact, the National Council on Aging estimates that only one in 24 cases of elder abuse is ever reported. That means countless incidents are buried under false paperwork, vague explanations, […]
Read MoreIf your loved one was abused or neglected in their nursing home, there’s a good chance the nursing home administrator or owner will deny liability or wrongdoing. For every point you make concerning how their negligence harmed your loved one, they may have several rebuttals […]
Read MoreIn some instances, nursing home abuse is immediately obvious to residents’ family members. In other cases, the signs are subtle and may not be seen for months or even years. In these instances, families may not realize mistreatment is occurring unless their loved ones tell […]
Read MoreFor many families, nursing homes can provide excellent care and supervision of their loved ones with disabilities or who are of advanced age. However, stories about nursing home abuse and neglect are common, and that can make many families worried about the quality of care […]
Read MoreNursing home residents often receive more visitors during the holidays than any other time of year. Many families use these visits as an opportunity to check on their loved ones’ health and well-being. But despite increased scrutiny from visiting families, nursing home residents often face […]
Read MoreAccording to the Ohio Department of Health, there are nearly 1,000 certified nursing homes in the state. Statista found there are more than 65,000 residents living in those nursing homes. However, some families opt to take care of loved ones of advanced age or with […]
Read MoreIt’s devastating to find out your loved one is being abused or neglected in their nursing home. You may be unsure of your next steps during this upsetting and confusing time, including how to properly report the mistreatment, get your loved one any necessary medical […]
Read MoreWhether it’s due to illness, injury, or simply advanced age, many nursing home residents are in poor health. These residents need frequent care and help from staff members for tasks like taking their medications, getting to and from doctor’s appointments, and undergoing physical therapy and […]
Read MoreLater retirement age and an increased desire to stay active have led to more seniors remaining in the workforce. According to SeniorLiving.org, the number of senior workers in Ohio’s workforce increased by 8% just between Aug. 2020 and Aug. 2021. There are many benefits to […]
Read MoreYes, Ohio nursing homes are required by law to conduct background checks on their employees. According to Section 3721.121 of the Ohio Revised Code, ”the chief administrator of a home or adult day-care program shall request that the superintendent of the bureau of criminal identification […]
Read MoreThe common image of nursing home residents being confined to their rooms all day isn’t accurate for many people who live in long-term care facilities. Many nursing homes work hard to keep residents active and engaged both within their facilities and in their local communities. […]
Read MoreNursing homes are supposed to give their residents high-quality and compassionate care. But some nursing homes prioritize their profits over their residents’ well-being. These nursing homes often understaff and hire inexperienced workers who are more likely to abuse or neglect residents than workers in other […]
Read MoreYes. When nursing home residents are harmed medically due to negligence, they can file medical malpractice claims. Note that these claims are separate from nursing home abuse and neglect claims, although they often have similar root causes. In many cases, nursing home residents suffer worsening […]
Read MoreComing to the realization that your loved one needs to move to assisted living can be difficult. But for many families, that’s just step one. Step two involves determining which nursing home they should move into. There are nearly 1,000 nursing homes in Ohio, and […]
Read MoreWhen you’re searching for the right nursing home, do you know what to look for? Above all, you want a facility that you can trust to provide the best care possible. Deciding which nursing homes to consider and which to avoid isn’t easy, especially if […]
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