Families in Georgia rely on nursing homes and care facilities to help them care for the frailest members of their families. These nursing centers were designed to provide care around the clock for those incapable of doing it themselves. Many families need to use this...
Nursing homes in Georgia and around the country have long been a source of concern for both policymakers and the general public. These facilities, intended to provide a safe and supportive environment for older adults who need assistance with daily living, have faced...
Many Georgia residents have no choice but to place an elderly loved one in a nursing home. Although they expect their parent, grandparent or other relative to receive comfort and care, sometimes, the opposite happens. Nursing home neglect is sadly common. Keep reading...
Families who have elderly loved ones in Georgia nursing homes expect the nursing home to be professional and courteous. Sadly, there are times when nursing home abuse or neglect might occur. If your loved one has lost a lot of weight, it might be a sign that it’s...
Falls cause the most severe injuries among older adults. Nearly 45% of seniors over the age of 70 experience serious falls each year. In nursing homes in Georgia, falls cause serious non-fatal injuries that include bone fractures, traumatic head injuries and even...
Do you have a loved one who is suffering from abuse or neglect at a Georgia nursing home? This very distressing situation is, sadly, all too common. There are many ways in which the elderly can suffer in nursing homes. If you notice any of the following telltale...
If you're entering the last years of your life in Georgia or you have a loved one in this position, it's essential to ensure that your financial assets are protected. Unfortunately, some individuals take advantage of the elderly by obtaining power of attorney or using...
Georgia has laws on the books that are designed to protect especially vulnerable people from abuse. These include protections for disabled adults who reside in care homes. There are also laws that are particularly designed to protect people over 65 from abuse. Elder...
When nursing facility patients are not properly positioned and rotated regularly, bedsores can develop quickly over time. They occur more often than many Georgia residents understand, and many times, they develop with little to no knowledge from others. This is...
Neglect is one of the most common forms of nursing home abuse in Georgia. It occurs when a nursing home patient is not provided with the proper level of care. Often, understaffing at nursing home facilities is the underlying cause of nursing home neglect. #1: Poor...
