News & Articles

Health and Safety Violations Are Rapidly Increasing in Florida Facilities Since 2019, The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) has recorded staggering numbers of serious health and safety violations in Florida nursing homes. Historically, AHCA has regularly cited neglectful facilities for health and safety violations. This has been going on well before 2019. However, AHCA...

Background Information on Taos Healthcare Taos Healthcare, also known as Taos Living Center, is a for-profit nursing home in New Mexico. Located at 1340 Maestas Road in Taos, NM, this 102-bed facility offers both nursing services and rehabilitation therapy. As of the time of this post, Medicare has given Taos Healthcare an overall rating of...

Asbury Heights Pittsburgh Lawsuits and Citations Background Information on Asbury Health Center a/k/a Asbury Heights Asbury Heights is a 139-bed nursing home located at 700 Bower Hill Road in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Asbury Health Center has been owned by Asbury Heights since 1986 and is now part of UPMC Senior Communities. At the time of this...

Pennwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC Lawsuits and Citations Background Information on Pennwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC As of this post, Pennwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC has been rated one out of five stars by Medicare for the facility’s health citations, staffing shortages, and lack of quality care measures. This 126-bed nursing home...

Elder abuse is a serious and growing problem across the country. The Department of Justice estimates that up to 10% of older adults experience some form of abuse, often by a family member or other hired caregiver. The signs of elder abuse can be challenging to detect. Recognizing the signs is critical to ensuring the...

Elder abuse is a pervasive problem that affects millions of seniors every year. Unfortunately, it is a vastly underreported issue, and many older adults suffer in silence. But what is a common reason that victims of elder abuse do not report it? There are many reasons people don’t report elder abuse, including fear of retaliation,...

Medical negligence can be a devastating experience for anyone, but it can be especially harmful when it happens to an older person. Medical professionals should always do their best not to cause further harm when someone needs hospitalization. Unfortunately, medical negligence is not uncommon in hospitals in the United States. What happens if an elderly...

If you suspect an assisted living facility is neglecting a loved one, you should file a formal complaint. You might also consider taking legal action. However, it is crucial to understand what’s necessary to build a strong case before you file a lawsuit.  Understandably, you might be searching for something like, What proof do I...

Falls involving nursing home residents can result in catastrophic injuries. Accidents can happen in nursing homes anywhere, but some falls might be the result of nursing home neglect or abuse. Family members must understand what constitutes a fall in a nursing home and watch for potential red flags. Nursing home staff members are required to...

Unfortunately, not all assisted living facilities provide the same level of care. Even facilities with excellent reviews can have problems with neglect and abuse. If you suspect an assisted living facility is mistreating your loved one, you have the right to report potential neglect and abuse. Understandably, you might have questions on how to report...