Nursing homes are meant to be a safe haven for the elderly in New Mexico. But unfortunately, nursing home abuse is a reality. If you have a loved one in a nursing home or are planning on putting them in one, it’s important to be aware of the signs of abuse. Physical...
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Senator calls for more nursing home inspections
Residents of New Mexico may want to learn more about recent calls for more inspections in nursing homes. Problems with nursing homes put your loved ones at risk, and inspections may catch some issues before they become disasters. You want your loved ones and family to...
National Nursing Home Reforms Are Coming
The White House has announced significant reforms to improve the quality of care at taxpayer-funded nursing homes.
Nursing home neglect among dementia patients
Dementia is a debilitating disease that can cause great harm to those who suffer from it in New Mexico and around the country. Unfortunately, dementia patients often get neglected by their nursing home caregivers, which can lead to serious complications. If someone...
The risk of elder abuse in long-term care facilities
Anyone who witnesses or suspects abuse in an assisted living facility in New Mexico must know what to do when he or she finds him or herself in that unfortunately common situation. In order to protect your elderly loved ones, it's necessary to learn the signs of...
How can you spot nursing home neglect with a loved one?
If one of your parents is getting older and requires the help of a nursing home staff to live a comfortable life in Albuquerque or another part of New Mexico, it's essential to ensure they are being cared for correctly. Learning some of the telltale signs to look for...
What causes bedsores in nursing homes
Bed sores are an injury commonly sustained by the elderly. There are a variety of different ways that someone could develop a bed sore while in a nursing home, and some of the causes can even be seen as nursing home neglect. Here are some of the things that can cause...
Nursing Home Deaths Increase 32 Percent in 2020
The rate of deaths in nursing homes rose 32 percent in 2020, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (HHS-OIG). Deaths spiked at the beginning of the pandemic, in April 2020, and again in...
Nursing Home Conditions Deteriorate During Pandemic
Conditions deteriorated in nursing homes across the country during the pandemic, as highlighted by a recent Human Rights Watch report. The isolation of residents from family members and resident advocates allowed nursing homes to operate with little oversight and...
Recognizing signs of stage 3 & 4 pressure ulcers
Many families in New Mexico have elderly loved ones who live in nursing facilities because they are no longer able to live on their own or have medical needs that require skilled care. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect are real problems. Older adults may...