Elder neglect in Mississippi is far more widespread than many families realize. According to recent ProPublica data, more than three-quarters of inspected nursing homes in Mississippi were found to have “deficiencies,” and more than a quarter reportedly had “serious deficiencies.”
Additionally, per the 2023 Adult Maltreatment Data Report published by the Administration for Community Living, Mississippi recorded 2,337 adult maltreatment investigations in 2023 with 1,998 confirmed victims. The victims’ mistreatment included the following:
- 7 percent experienced neglect
- 8 percent experienced physical abuse
- 8 percent experienced sexual abuse
Behind every statistic that reports poor care in a nursing home is a vulnerable person who deserved better. If you believe your loved one is among those victims, the Mississippi elder abuse lawyers at WNW are ready to investigate and pursue every available legal remedy on your family’s behalf.