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Do Nursing Home Staffers in Illinois Ignore Resident Needs?

A large percentage of the individuals occupying nursing homes suffer from one or more health conditions. Alzheimer’s, or another form of dementia, is common among nursing home residents as is high blood pressure and heart disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (1). Some of the other documented health conditions nursing […]

What Kinds of Abuse Happen in Nursing Homes in Illinois?

Chicago, IL– Nursing home abuse comes in many forms, with physical, emotional, and sexual abuse being the most common. As of February 6, 2022, there were 16 nursing homes or long-term care facilities recently cited for abuse in Chicago, IL alone, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (1). Unfortunately, that number increases significantly […]

Do Nursing Home Abuse Complaints Get Overlooked in Illinois?

Chicago, IL– Illinois is among one of the top states where nursing home abuse and neglect complaints are reported. According to a consultant’s investigation, Illinois “had the second-highest number of substantiated complaints per facility compared with similar states, with one out of five long-term facilities in the state having the lowest federal rating–one star,” reports […]

When Should I Accept a Settlement in a Nursing Home Abuse Case?

Chicago, IL–If your loved one was abused or neglected by a nursing home staffer in Chicago and the facility offers you a settlement to avoid litigation or to settle a pending lawsuit, there are a few things to consider before accepting the settlement. Anytime a settlement is accepted in a nursing home abuse or neglect […]

How Can I Prove My Loved One Who Suffers from Dementia Was Abused by a Nursing Home Staff Member?

Chicago, IL—A large percentage of the individuals who occupy nursing homes in the U.S. suffer from some form of dementia, making it difficult for them to recall certain information and traumatic events. The World Health Organization (W.H.O.) reports that more than 55 million individuals worldwide live with dementia and there are roughly 10 million new […]

Moving a Loved One into an Illinois Nursing Home? Here’s How to Check Which Facilities have Deficiencies

Chicago, IL—When discussing long-term care options with a loved one and/or close family members, it’s important to consider the nursing homes that are meeting state and federal rules and regulations as well as those that are being recognized for having recurring deficiencies. With all the information the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) makes […]

What Evidence Should I Gather to Prove Nursing Home Neglect?

CHICAGO, IL — You think your loved one isn’t getting the proper treatment from nursing home staffers, and you’ve witnessed signs that point to neglect. What do you do and how can you prove your loved one is being victimized by the people who are supposed to be caring for them? Steps to Take After […]

How to Spot Poor Hygiene Practices in Illinois Nursing Homes

Chicago, IL—On the outside, a nursing home might appear to be well-kept and inviting, but on the inside, there may be serious issues that go unnoticed that are putting the health and lives of residents at risk. We’re talking about poor hygiene.  Nursing home operators and the individuals who are hired to work in them […]

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