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Sexual abuse, a form of nursing home abuse and maltreatment defined as "any nonconsensual sexual contact," remains a deeply concerning and often unacknowledged issue within nursing homes. Regrettably, it is the least reported...

Sexual abuse in care homes and nursing facilities is an issue that affects too many. Unfortunately, it often goes undetected or unspoken until it reaches a critical point. This article will explore different examples of sexual...

Nursing homes provide a safe and comfortable environment for elderly people who need assistance with daily activities. They are vital to our society, providing care when the family cannot. But unfortunately, many complaints about...

When it's time for our loved ones to require more care than we can provide at home, we want to ensure they are safe and well-cared for. Choosing a nursing home is a big decision and one that deserves careful consideration. But...

If you suspect that your loved one is a victim of nursing home neglect, there are steps you can take to report it. In Illinois, the Illinois Department of Public Health is responsible for investigating nursing home abuse or...

No one wants to hear or find out that the place they have chosen as the primary caretaker of their elderly relative turns out to be an abusive operation. However, abuse in nursing homes stories plays out repeatedly, mainly...

Nursing home residents depend on caregivers to meet their needs. Unfortunately, at some facilities, residents aren't given adequate care. Not only can this neglect cause emotional harm, but it can also lead to serious injuries...

Nursing home abuse can affect any of our loved ones, despite how clean, organized, or friendly a nursing home might seem. Unfortunately, nursing abuse cases are all too common, with an estimated 15,000 abuse cases reported in...