Families facing care decisions for their elderly loved ones have justifiable concerns about the prospect of nursing home abuse and neglect in Mississippi. Holding staff accountable is essential in promoting the safety and well-being of all residents. In addition to filing reports with authorities such as the Mississippi Board of Nursing or a Mississippi ombudsman, […]
When you arrange for a loved one to stay in a nursing home, you are putting your trust in the staff to properly care for all residents. However, it’s prudent to look and listen for signs of abuse and neglect, since families from across the country report troubling incidents involving elders to ombudsmen and authorities. […]
When people make the difficult decision to place an elderly member of their family in a nursing home, they naturally expect the staff to protect their loved one. Nursing homes must provide safe, dignified care, but neglect can occur. Understanding residents’ legal rights helps families protect their loved ones and take action when needed. The […]
Families rely on nursing home employees to safeguard relatives living in their facilities. Unfortunately, you must know what to do if you suspect nursing home neglect or abuse. You might notice the staff allowed bedsores to occur or failed to prevent your loved one from falling (neglect) or discover a member of the staff has […]