Some families in Ohio and elsewhere arrive at a state in life when an older family member takes up residence in a nursing home facility. Most care facilities operate under strict regulations and protocol, designed to protect residents and provide the highest level of appropriate long-term care. In a recent case, managers and owners of a facility have been accused…
Whether circumstances involve a private home in Ohio or a professional assisted living care arrangement, those who are responsible for the physical and medical care of the elderly should be aware of certain symptoms which might suggest that loved ones are not being properly cared for. Elder abuse and neglect is an ongoing problem in the United States. A recent…
Some elderly residents in Ohio, as elsewhere, might reach a point where they are no longer able to take adequate care of themselves and subsequently decide to enter residence in a nursing home. Unfortunately, some have claimed that nursing home negligence has brought injury, illness or, in worst case scenarios, even death to their loved ones who were living in…
There are various circumstances under which an individual may feel the need to file a legal claim against another party. Civil claims can often result when a person is seriously injured, killed or otherwise negatively affected by the actions of another individual or individuals. Instances in which a person may have been negatively affected due to medical malpractice can lead…
When an Ohio resident must determine whether to admit an elderly loved one to a nursing home, it is likely that he or she will conduct research on the quality of potential homes. Because putting a loved one in the care of another person can be a difficult decision, individuals want to ensure that there will not be a high…
Being unable to care for an elderly loved one can often leave Ohio family members feeling helpless. Unfortunately, without the proper training or equipment some families are not able to provide the care that some individuals need. As a result, older family members are often admitted to nursing homes in the hopes that the proper care will be administered, but…
As some Ohio residents get older, it may no longer be conceivable for them to live on their own. As a result, they may be admitted to nursing homes or other assisted living facilities in order to hopefully receive the care and assistance that they need. Regrettably, the care in some of these facilities may be lacking, and residents can…
When an Ohio resident is no longer able to properly care for an elderly loved one, he or she may seek assistance from a nursing home or other long-term care facility. Individuals who work in such facilities should be trained in various ways to help elderly residents with their needs. Regrettably, there are situations in which a loved one may…
Being unable to care for a loved one can be difficult for some individuals to accept. The idea of having to admit a family member to a nursing home can be heartbreaking, but many parties often know that professionals may be better able to care for an ailing individual. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse is also a risk, and the concern…