Federal law requires that nursing homes have “sufficient” staff to meet the needs of nursing home residents. However, “sufficient” is not defined with a specific number by the federal government. Some states have more stringent standards than the federal government and have imposed a specific staff-to-resident…
You are right to be concerned. Data from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) indicates that nursing home abuse and neglect incidents are not always investigated or reported by the nursing home. A report issued by OIG…
To help families make informed decisions regarding elder care, the federal government rates all nursing homes on a scale of one to five, with a five-star rating indicating the highest possible care and a one-star rating indicating that a facility needs improvement. A one-star rating…
The nursing home owed your parent a duty of care. For all residents, including those with hearing impairments, the duty of care includes effective communication. When a nursing home fails to communicate with a resident who is hearing impaired, the results can be tragic. The…
You want your parent to be safe and well cared for in a nursing home. Therefore, you are taking the time to find the nursing home that is the right fit for her based on her unique needs. Many nursing homes do not advertise how…
We are so sorry that your mother died this way. When a clogged breathing tube results in death or an injury, it could be because of nursing home negligence. A properly operating breathing tube opens a person’s airways and allows a person to receive more…