Articles Posted in Nursing Home Neglect

Overmedication in nursing homes is a serious issue that often goes unnoticed until it causes significant harm to residents. The misuse of medications, particularly antipsychotic drugs, can lead to severe health complications, loss of independence, and even premature death. Families trust nursing homes to provide safe, compassionate care, yet too often, medication is used as…

Nursing home care is a critical service that provides care, support, and supervision to elderly and vulnerable individuals who may no longer be able to manage their daily needs independently. While families trust nursing homes to provide safe and attentive care, the quality of care often hinges on an essential but sometimes overlooked factor: proper…

The Hidden Danger of Foodborne Illness in Nursing Homes Food poisoning is a serious health risk in nursing homes, where elderly residents are particularly vulnerable to severe infections. The recent recall of Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Shakes due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination underscores the significant threat that foodborne illnesses pose to residents in…

Nursing homes are entrusted with providing safe, compassionate, and competent care for some of the most vulnerable members of society. In Illinois, oversight of these facilities is critical to ensuring nursing home residents receive the attention and care they deserve. But who exactly is responsible for safeguarding the well-being of nursing home residents, and what…

When families entrust a nursing home to care for their loved ones, they assume that the facility will provide safe, professional, and compassionate care. However, determining exactly who is responsible for that care—and who can be held accountable when things go wrong—can be complicated. Multiple individuals and entities, including owners, operators, licensees, administrators, physicians, and…

Choosing a long-term care facility for a loved one is a decision that carries profound emotional and practical implications. Families trust these facilities to provide compassionate, personalized care tailored to their loved one’s needs. Central to this process is the pre-admission evaluation – a critical step that ensures a nursing home can safely meet the…

Dehydration and malnutrition are severe, life-threatening conditions that should never occur in a properly run nursing home. Unfortunately, neglect in nursing home facilities can lead to residents suffering from inadequate hydration or nutrition, resulting in severe health complications and, in some cases, death. Families often wonder how quickly these conditions can progress and what signs…

Nursing homes are entrusted with the care and well-being of some of society’s most vulnerable individuals. Unfortunately, not all facilities meet the standard of care required to ensure the safety and dignity of their residents. When a nursing home fails in its duty, residents may suffer harm as a result of neglect. But what exactly…

Falls are a leading cause of injuries among nursing home residents, many of whom suffer from mobility issues, cognitive decline, or chronic health conditions. Properly assessing and managing a resident’s fall risk is critical for nursing homes to prevent serious injuries. Understanding the methods used by nursing homes to evaluate fall risk and the legal…

Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the body’s extreme response to infection. It is one of the most serious complications that can arise in nursing home residents, who are often already vulnerable due to age, chronic illnesses, or weakened immune systems. When sepsis occurs in a nursing home setting, it can progress rapidly—sometimes…