A lack of activity usually requires that the nursing home to be preemptive and implement prevent measures. Measures such as placing the person on a turning and positioning schedule help to prevent the development of bedsores. These measures are recognized in the industry and should be followed.
Recent testing confirms that Legionella bacteria was found in water samples collected from Pine Valley Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing located in Hillcrest, New York
How to choose a nursing home can be confusing, worrisome, and outright hard. It involves a decision that few are ready to make and with a responsibility that weighs heavily on those who must make it.
As of October 23, 2019, a new reporting requirements will help residents and families to identify nursing homes and long term care facilities that have a history of abuse, neglect or exploitation.
40,000 people killed in motor vehicle crashes, 4.5 million serious injuries. (Results from the National Safety Council.) In a personal injury lawsuit, the opposing side has the legal right to retain expert witnesses to examine you. You must attend. This doctor designated as “independent” is selected and paid by that side; i.e. insurance company. Independent […]