If you are thinking of transitioning your loved one into assisted living in Virginia, you might assume that it is a sure way for elderly people to receive comprehensive care and attention. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Eldercare facilities sometimes fall short of quality treatment, whether by accident or intentionally. Staff and nurses…
Nursing homes are meant to be a place of relative safety and comfort for those in their declining years who may not be fully capable of caring for themselves. Sadly, they also present countless opportunities for administration, staff, and other residents to abuse these already vulnerable patients. Some care homes fail to adequately screen their…
No one wants to believe that their elderly loved one is the victim of nursing home abuse and neglect. Yet, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), over half of all nursing home employees surveyed admitted to committing an act of abuse or neglect. The Northern Virginia Daily reported in June 2022 that the head…
Medication management in assisted living facilities is a critical aspect of ensuring the health and well-being of residents. However, like any complex process involving multiple stakeholders and steps, medication errors can occur. These mistakes can have serious consequences for the residents’ health and safety, highlighting the need for stringent protocols and continuous staff training to…
When we have our elderly loved ones entered into a nursing home or rehabilitation facility, we expect that they will be treated properly and with care and compassion. But this is not always the case, sadly. There are far too many cases of nursing home neglect and abuse in Virginia that can lead to serious…