Lesser Known Signs of Nursing Home Negligence
Nursing home negligence is a daily occurrence in Jackson. Many local nursing homes do not have enough trained staff to accommodate the population. If you must send your parents to live in a nursing facility because you and your family do not have the time or resources to care for her or him, you should take time to carefully review your options.
Talk to your mother or father before you make any decisions. Do not feel surprised if your parent is not happy or excited about the situation. Loved ones may need time to think about things. Allow them to help in the search for a suitable place. In addition to screening nursing homes, you should learn about the less obvious signs of nursing home neglect.
Financial exploitation
You should keep track of your parent’s belongings; some nursing home staff members are known to steal from their residents. If parents complain about missing items or you notice they cannot tell you what happened to valuables, financial exploitation may be an issue. Other ways for your loved ones to be financially exploited include late bill payments, monetary gifts to the staff, adding employees in their estate plans, and odd financial decisions or requests for money.
Sexual abuse
Some people prey on nursing home residents, abusing them sexually and emotionally. Many residents who are victimized do not report when they are being molested or raped. It is important for you to visit your parents often and assess her or his mental and physical health. Ask how your mother or father is doing, and pay close attention to what is said and how it is said. It is not always easy to know when a loved one is the victim of sexual abuse, but if you suspect your parent is, you should report your suspicions to the head of the nursing home and local authorities.
No matter how popular or reputable any nursing home is, you should stay in close contact with your parents. Visit and talk often. Encourage your loved one to inform you or another close family member in addition to the nursing home administrator about any abuse or mistreatment experienced.
