Infection Control and Accountability in Nursing Homes
Nursing home residents are among the most vulnerable members of our communities and the most susceptible to illnesses like COVID-19. While these residents comprise just
Navigating Nursing Home Isolation and Mental Health During COVID-19
Isolation is a deep-rooted challenge for nursing home residents. Unfortunately, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, nursing home residents are more isolated than ever. Earlier this
Infection Control in Nursing Homes
Adequate infection control measures are central to the safety and wellbeing of nursing home residents, some of the most vulnerable members of society and those
Nursing Home Care Risks Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Nursing home residents tend to be frailer, have more functional limitations, and have more chronic and complex conditions than the general adult population. According to
Anxiety in Nursing Home Residents
A systematic review conducted by the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry concluded that older adults living in long-term care facilities are at a higher risk of anxiety disorders than
Signs and Symptoms of Malnutrition and Dehydration in Nursing Homes
At Jehl Law Group, it is not uncommon for us to hear a client mention how his or her loved one is underweight, is not properly
Ten Questions to Ask During a Nursing Home Care Plan Meeting
What Is a Care Plan Meeting? When a resident is admitted to any long-term care facility that accepts Medicare or Medicaid, the staff is required
Government Funds New Ways to Prevent Infections in Nursing Homes and Hospitals
According to NPR, California and Illinois are working to help stop the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or superbugs, in 50 hospitals and nursing homes throughout the
How To File a Nursing Home Complaint in Tennessee
Anyone, including employees, residents or loved ones, has the right to file a complaint against a licensed long-term care facility in the state of Tennessee
Disaster Response Plans for Nursing Homes Nationwide Fall Short
As spring slowly but surely gives way to summer’s warmer weather, the likelihood of severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods and hurricanes increases. In the event of
