Signs of Sexual Abuse in a Kentucky Nursing Home

It is unimaginable to think your loved one could be the victim of sexual abuse in a nursing home. When the very place that is supposed to take care of your loved one ends up as the root cause of such trauma, you and your family will likely be left reeling from the shock of it all and wondering how you can help your loved one through this difficult time.

While it doesn't erase the past, you may be able to hold legally liable the staff member or nursing home facility for your loved one's sexual abuse. A Louisville nursing home abuse attorney will evaluate your case to determine if you should proceed with filing a Kentucky nursing home abuse claim.

Some of the signs of sexual abuse in a nursing home include: 

• bruising in breast/genital/anal/thigh area;
• genital infections;
• pain, bleeding, or itching in the genital area;
• bloody or torn clothing;
• difficulty sitting or walking;
• sexually transmitted diseases;
• inappropriate or aggressive sexual behavior;
• fearful or timid behavior;
• withdrawal/isolation; and
• other sudden, explainable changes in personality. 

If your loved one has shown signs of sexual abuse in a nursing home or has shared with you that it has taken place, you should immediately contact the authorities.

When a loved one suffers as the victim of sexual abuse, you may be entitled to seek compensation through a Kentucky nursing home abuse claim to address your loved one's medical and emotional damages. Consulting with a Louisville nursing home abuse attorney is the best way to know what your next steps should be. 

Contacting a Louisville Nursing Home Abuse Attorney

A Louisville nursing home abuse attorney at Gray and White Law can help you handle every aspect of your Kentucky nursing home abuse claim. If your loved one has suffered sexual abuse in a nursing home in Kentucky, contact us today for a free evaluation of your case - 1-800-634-8767 or 502-210- 8942.