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Signs of neglect in a nursing home
Trusting a facility and its caregivers to care for your aging loved one does not mean letting down your guard for signs of neglect or abuse. Signs of abuse are often more glaring and visible than signs of neglect; however, neglect can be very damaging. A few signs of...
How to make assisted living feel like home for your loved one
Helping your loved one transition to assisted living is an emotional time and you likely want to help make his or her new nursing home room feel comfortable and homey. Some nursing homes already have a friendly, neighborhood feel while other facilities are set up like...
Food poisoning can be catastrophic for nursing home residents
One of the critical duties of nursing home facilities is offering nutritious meals at appropriate times. While you should closely monitor your aging loved one for signs of dehydration and malnourishment, you should also be wary of food-related illnesses at the nursing...
Caring for your older relative from a distance
When you live a geographic distance away from your parent or older loved one, it can be more difficult to check on her or his care facility than if you lived closer. However, you can still ensure that your family member is safe in a nursing home. Try these tips to...
High degree of direct-care burnout may lead to medical mishaps
Americans reportedly work longer hours and take less vacation time, compared to workers in other nations so it is not surprising to learn that between 35% and 54% of healthcare professionals experience burnout. In addition to the lengthy schedules medical...
How to pick a nursing home for your loved one
Deciding to put your loved one in a nursing home is hard enough, but the process of choosing the right place is even more difficult. There is no shortage of options, but you know some are better than others. What Maryland nursing home will provide the best care and...
Nursing home residents with Alzheimer’s may be hungry or thirsty
When your loved one lost the ability to effectively communicate with you, your relationship entered a new phase on many levels. The loss caused emotional trauma for you, and it also led to more responsibilities for your loved one’s caretakers. WebMD notes that...
The most common signs of nursing home abuse
Maryland has made great strides to ensure nursing homes in the state are safer for residents. The state’s General Assembly passed two bills last year to outline future efforts for how this would take place. Even with new legislation, the loved ones of nursing home...
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