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March 31, 2017

Spotting Emotional Elder Abuse

Elder abuse is a growing problem in the United States, especially in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. There are many different types of elder abuse: physical, sexual, emotional, and mental. Emotional - or psychological - abuse is one of...
March 9, 2017

How to Prevent Hospital Falls

Hospital falls and injuries happen at an alarming rate, which is something many people are unaware of. While we assume the hospital is a safe place where we will be well cared for and nursed back to health, sometimes the...
February 28, 2017

Sexual and Non Sexual Abuse in American Nursing homes

Between 2012 and 2050, the US will experience considerable growth in its elderly population. This means that demand for nursing homes is likely to increase in the years to come. The nursing homes and long term care facilities industries in...
February 8, 2017

How Nursing Home Standard of Care Can Prevent Falls

The elderly make the decision to move to a nursing home or other long-term care facility for numerous reasons, but namely because they need help caring for themselves. This is not an easy decision to make, and it is often...
December 20, 2016

Fall Prevention Resources: Scales and Assessments

Healthcare providers have a big responsibility towards their patients in keeping them healthy and also in ensuring that they are protected from health hazards. Prevention is just as important as the treatment/cure journey of a patient. Prevention not only includes...
December 13, 2016

Tips to Keep You Safe While in the Hospital

Going to the hospital is often a nerve-wracking experience, whether you are in for a minor surgery or something more serious. With the increasing number of hospital errors and negligence on the part of trusted medical professionals, it is no...
October 27, 2016

Why Are Falls So Common in Hospitals?

Slips and falls are more common than many people realize, especially in settings that are supposed to be safe and hazard-free, such as hospitals. Hospital falls can happen in the blink of an eye, and they can be absolutely life-changing,...
October 20, 2016

How to Prevent Falls in Nursing Homes

Unfortunately, slip and falls are a common occurrence in nursing homes, oftentimes leading to serious injuries, or worse. When family members drop their parents or elderly loved ones off at a nursing home, they expect them to be well-cared for...