When you placed a loved one in a New Mexico nursing home, it was probably after you gave it careful consideration and did extensive research regarding facilities. It's not easy to make the choice to place someone you love under the supervision of someone else, but you...
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Nursing homes may warrant greater scrutiny
A federal hearing about nursing homes has led to statements from both the health care industry and patient advocates. Advocates are interested in making sure that there is greater awareness of what happens to both patients and care workers in nursing facilities across...
Types of damages potentially recoverable for nursing home abuse
Residents of nursing homes in New Mexico depend on the facilities to provide adequate care and treat them with dignity. Violations of these expectations can inflict serious physical and emotional injuries both on the victims and their relatives. The law recognizes the...
Federal agency to flag nursing home abuse
New Mexico families may struggle with choosing a care facility when they are no longer able to care for elderly loved ones at home. They may worry that if they make the wrong choice, their elder relatives could face neglect, abuse and even a shortened lifespan. The...