Nursing Home Negligence

Sexual abuse in nursing homes is a distressing reality that poses a significant risk to vulnerable residents. This form of abuse includes non-consensual sexual contact, exploitation and harassment.  Recognizing the signs of sexual abuse in a nursing home setting can...

Louisiana families who make the difficult decision to place a loved one in a nursing home do so with the best of intentions. They intend to provide the person with the care they need. While many facilities provide sufficient care for their residents, others are not so...

Year after year, families rely on nursing homes to keep their elderly loved ones safe and cared for. When a nursing home fails to deliver, it may breach the standard of care that it is legally required to provide. One such effect of subpar care is pressure ulcers. If...

Putting a family member or loved one in a nursing home is one of the toughest decisions most people must ever make. Many times, it is a last resort, something you are doing because your loved one needs help that you cannot provide. When your loved one goes to the...

The job market in the United States is looking good these days, but that does not mean nursing homes in Natchitoches should just hire anyone off the street who applies for the job. Nursing homes are responsible for hiring employees who will not harm residents. Nursing...

Most residents of Louisiana view nursing homes exclusively as residents for elderly and infirm patients who are unable to care for themselves. In reality, many hospital patients who have undergone serious surgery are sent to nursing homes for brief periods of...

The decision to move an elderly loved one into a nursing home is not an easy one for families in Louisiana. As a disease, chronic condition, or cognitive decline affects their capacity to take care of themselves, it can become critical to make sure that they receive...

When a Louisiana family has to make the difficult decision to put their loved one in a nursing home there can be feelings of guilt and worry. A nursing home can be a valuable service for many people as they get older and are no longer able to take care of themselves....

A nursing home is supposed to be a place where the elderly can live with respect and dignity, receiving the care they require so that they remain happy and healthy. Unfortunately, neglect occurs, causing harm to those for whom they are supposed to care. You may have...

Although it can be difficult to place a loved one in a nursing home, it is often necessary when they are no longer able to safely take care of themselves. Many people will have to use the services a nursing home provides as they get older and most of the time they...