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Losing a loved one in a nursing home setting is not only emotionally devastating but also often comes with a heavy burden of unanswered questions and concerns. Families grapple with grief while trying to understand what...

When we entrust the care of our loved ones to a nursing home, we expect them to be provided with the utmost attention and safety. However, instances of nursing home elopement — when a resident leaves the facility without...

[caption id="attachment_1814" align="alignnone" width="2560"] Nurse holding hand of patient[/caption] Sepsis, a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the body's response to an infection, can lead to tissue damage,...

Nursing home neglect is a serious and sadly prevalent issue in the United States. When families in Illinois suspect that their loved ones might be experiencing neglect or abuse in a nursing home, they have the right, and the...

The vulnerable nature of elderly individuals, combined with the enclosed environment of nursing homes, can sometimes create a breeding ground for abuse.   Warning Signs of Physical Abuse in Nursing Homes Unexplained...

Muscle serves as the body's primary reservoir of water, making up about 60% of the adult human body. However, as people age, their muscle mass decreases, bringing this percentage down to only about 50%. Dehydration is common in...