The decision to place a parent, grandparent, or other loved one in a nursing home is one of the most difficult decisions any family can make. You have every right to expect that your loved one will be treated with dignity, respect, compassion, and quality care.
More and more elderly individuals seek care in nursing homes every year. Sadly, some statistics suggest that as many as one-third of individuals residing in nursing homes experience some form of abuse or neglect. Perhaps even more troubling is that the vast majority of this abuse and neglect either goes unnoticed or unreported.
The expert Orlando injury lawyers at Trial Pro are here to help. Call 800-874-2577 to discuss your case for free.
Identifying Signs of Nursing Home Neglect / Abuse
Unfortunately, nursing home neglect happens much more often than most people realize. One way to help limit these cases is to stay alert and aware of how your loved one is doing every time you visit them. There are certain issues that may indicate abuse or neglect is occurring.
Some common signs to keep an eye out for include:
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We want to join you in helping combat the mistreatment of our parents, grandparents, and other elderly loved ones. If you notice ANYTHING unusual about your loved one’s treatment, health, or behavior, please do not hesitate to contact Trial Pro. Our Orlando injury lawyers provide guidance for nursing home abuse and neglect cases.
Disclaimer: Please note that Trial Pro, P.A. refers nursing home cases to experienced nursing home attorneys at other firms and does not usually handle these cases itself. We are well connected in the legal community and can make sure you get the best possible representation.