When family members make the difficult decision to place a loved one in a nursing home, they do so with the expectation that their relative will receive the best possible care and attention. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are a common and serious problem that can occur […]

When discovering signs of abuse or neglect toward a resident in a nursing home, it is crucial to know the steps to take to protect them and ensure they receive justice. Abuse in nursing homes can take various forms, including physical, emotional, and financial harm, as well as neglect of basic needs. The process of […]

We move our loved ones into nursing homes to keep them safe, healthy, and well-cared for. In making that emotional and difficult decision, we also trust that the facility we choose will have adequate staffing to meet our beloved family member’s needs. Unfortunately, sometimes that trust is misplaced. Some nursing homes fail to maintain sufficient […]

Choosing a nursing home is an important step for many seniors and their families. Moving into a nursing home is often a highly emotional decision, made only when seniors feel that they can no longer maintain their quality of life or the medical care they need if they remain in their own homes. When they […]

When families make the difficult decision to place an aging relative in a care facility,  it is because they are hoping to provide a safer, more comfortable environment than would be possible at home. Nursing homes in Pennsylvania are closely regulated and held up to high standards of care; however, serious abuse still happens and […]