The Most Common Forms of Nursing Home Abuse

By Staff Writer

Abuse of any kind is truly horrific and devastating to the victim and their families.  Abuse of the elderly in nursing homes is particularly appalling and occurs more than one may like to think.  According to the National Center for Elder Abuse, studies have shown that “only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse ever comes to the attention of authorities.”

Here are some of the most common types of abuse occurring in nursing homes throughout the country:

Of course, not all elderly care facilities are guilty of abuse. In fact, many can provide your loved one with the compassionate care and 24/7 attention they require.  The best way to make sure your loved one is not placed in an abusive situation is to research the facility thoroughly before placing them there. Also, it’s important to keep the communication lines open between you and your loved one so that they are comfortable confiding in you.

If you have an elderly loved one who has been victimized by a Tennessee care facility or one of its employees, contact us today to discuss your case with an experienced medical malpractice attorney at Gilreath & Associates. We will help you obtain justice.

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