Signs of Nursing Home Abuse | Signs of Nursing Home Neglect

Signs of Physical Abuse

·         Bruises, welts, sores, cuts or abrasions in places they would normally not be expected
·         Bruising on upper arms from possible shaking
·         Bruising and other injuries may be in different stages of healing
·         Rope burns on arms/wrists, legs/ankles from improperly tying or bandaging the elderly victim
·         Finger marks
·         Burns from cigarettes or cigars.
·         An injury that appears to be in the shape of an object, such as an electrical cord or belt buckles
·         Injuries that are inconsistent with explanation for its cause
·         Unexplained fractures.
·         Attempts to hide part of the body upon examination.
·         Medical misconduct (overdose or over-sedation)
·         Pain from touching

Signs of Nursing Home Neglect

·         Bed sores (pressure sores or decubitus ulcers)
·         Soiled clothing or bed linens
·         Weight loss
·         Dehydration or malnutrition without illness-related cause
·         Poor coloration
·         Sunken eyes or cheeks
·         Untreated health problems
·         Unsafe or unsanitary environment
·         Forced isolation
·         Victim appears detached, unresponsive, helpless
·         Victim wanders off the property

Signs Psychological Abuse

·         Behavior Changes, such as being depressed, frightened, withdrawn, apathetic, anxious or aggressive
·         Resident makes unusually great efforts to please
·         Appears to be afraid of being with, or unwilling to be treated by a specific member of staff.
·         Displays fear or apprehension or distress before or after a visit from a caregiver or other visitor.
·         Fearful of speaking for oneself in the presence of caretaker
·         Demonstrates a sudden mood or change in behavior.
·         Trembling, clinging, cowering, lack of eye contact

Signs of Financial Abuse

·         Unexplained withdrawals from a patient’s savings account.
·         An unexplained shortage of money, despite adequate income.
·         A sudden transfer of assets to a relative.
·         The disappearance of jewellery, clothes, personal possessions and money.
·         A recently written will when person seems incapable of writing will
·         Caregiver's name added to bank account

Signs of Sexual Abuse

·         Pain, itching or injury to the anal, genital or abdominal area.
·         Difficulty in walking or sitting because of discomfort in the genital area.
·         Bruising and bleeding of external genitalia.
·         Torn, stained or bloody underclothes.
·         Venereal disease or recurrent bouts of cystitis.
·         Unexplained problems with urinary catheters.

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Young & Wallin achieved an excellent result. My father died due to neglect at a nursing home. Initially my family was apprehensive about pursuing it and we waited for over a year before contacting the law office. The facility kept stalling us with stories about an investigation, but never admitted any fault. In less than six months, I received compensation for the suffering and death of my father, and I am very happy with the results they achieved for my family.

C.D.

My husband suffered a stroke out of state and was transferred to a local rehabilitation facility. He was only in facility for nine days and suffered neglect and injury from falls and the failure to provide the care that they promised us. After contacting Young & Wallin, the facility immediately recognized their failure and agreed to compensate my husband for his suffering and injuries that he received. We did not expect much, but Young & Wallin got a great result for us. The staff and lawyers were very helpful and understanding throughout this process.

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L.L.

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I.G.

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H.D.

Signs of Abuse

Signs of Physical Abuse

Signs of Nursing Home Neglect

Signs Psychological Abuse

Signs of Financial Abuse

Signs of Sexual Abuse