Protecting Our Elderly Loved Ones

Forms of Nursing Home Abuse

• Physical Abuse – Hitting, restraining, or mishandling residents.
• Emotional Abuse – Verbal harassment, intimidation, and isolation.
• Neglect – Failing to provide food, hygiene, and medical care.
• Financial Exploitation – Theft or fraud targeting vulnerable seniors.
• Medical Negligence – Administering incorrect medication or delaying treatment.
• Sexual Abuse – Assault or inappropriate contact within care facilities.

Recognizing the Signs

• Unexplained injuries such as bruises, fractures, or bedsores.
• Malnutrition or dehydration, indicating neglect.
• Emotional withdrawal or fear of staff members.
• Unusual financial transactions and missing personal belongings.
• Poor hygiene and declining health without medical justification.

Legal Actions for Families

• Personal Injury Claims – Seeking damages for medical care and emotional distress.
• Wrongful Death Lawsuits – Holding facilities accountable for preventable deaths.
• Elder Abuse Cases – Ensuring policy changes and improved standards in care facilities.