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Nursing homes are supposed to provide the best care and attention to elderly and other residents. And when you make the decision to put your loved one in a nursing home or a medical care facility, you expect they are treated with highest degree of love, care and respect.<br><br>
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New York Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys Presented by Fitapelli | Kurta
What Is Nursing Home Abuse? Nursing home abuse is the abuse of residents in these facilities. It includes physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, financial exploitation, and neglect. Estimates suggest that one in six senior citizens living in nursing homes suffer from abuse each year—compared to one in ten senior citizens overall who have experienced elder abuse.
What can be the Cause Of Abuse Here are some other important causes of abuse in nursing homes- Lack of staff training and experience Poor quality nursing home management Underpaid staff A history of grievances Insufficient employee background checks No abuse prevention policy in place
What are the Sign Of Abuse Warning signs of physical abuse Bone fractures Bruises, cuts Drug overdoses Broken eyeglasses or frame Rope marks on wrists Warning signs of sexual abuse Bloody, torn or stained underclothing Analysis of sexually transmitted diseases Unexplained anal or vaginal bleeding Bruises on the thighs or external genitals Warning signs of emotional abuse Murmuring, mumbling or rocking Apparent fear when a particular caregiver is present Threatening, belittling, or controlling caregiver behavior Warning signs of financial abuse Bills that go unpaid Missing property or money Unexplained financial transactions, including large withdrawals A sudden change in a senior’s financial condition
Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Please contact Fitapelli & Kurta Attorneys At Lawif you guess your loved one is a victim of abuse or neglect in their nursing home. We will proceed quickly to stop the abuse and help to make sure your loved one is protected in their nursing home. We will endeavor and fight tirelessly to protect your rights and do everything possible to provide you a swift and just solution.
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