New York Attorney General Sues the Owners of a Rochester Area Nursing Home
On November 29, 2022, the New York Attorney General sued the owners of a Rochester area nursing facility, alleging that the defendants …
The 2021 New York lawmakers enacted significant nursing home reform legislation. Two of these laws established mandatory minimums for direct care service hours and spending levels for patient care and staff salaries. These measures were …
Millions of Americans across the country are being cared for in nursing homes. The number of people needing this level of care is expected to rise over the next several years. While most family members …
Each day, nursing homes give residents thousands of powerful antipsychotic medications that are not approved for the conditions the residents have. A study found that approximately 22% of nursing home residents have a prescription for …
A broken hip can be a devastating injury, especially for an elderly person. Unfortunately, when nursing home residents fall, hip injuries are very common. A broken hip is one of the most serious nursing home …
When searching for a nursing home for your loved one, you look for a place that is safe and nurturing. One of the unfortunate realities in a nursing home is that sometimes the use of …
The decision to put your loved one in a nursing home can be difficult. You want to find a place where they are comfortable and safe. Unfortunately, nursing home neglect can happen anywhere. When choosing …
It is estimated that over 1 million Americans live in nursing homes. This includes older Americans, people with disabilities, and patients with physical and mental health concerns. These individuals require sufficient care to protect their …
The decision to place your loved one in a nursing home can be difficult. After you’ve done your research and found a place that you feel is the right fit, you put the care and …
Bed sores, also known as pressure sores or decubitus ulcers, can be one of many warning signs of nursing home neglect. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1 in …