Category: Nursing Home Abuse


What Should You Do If You Suspect a Medication Error in a South Carolina Nursing Home?

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If you suspect a medication error in a South Carolina nursing home, focus first on your loved one’s health, then start documenting what changed. A medication mistake may be a sign of neglect, especially when a resident becomes suddenly confused, sedated, ill, or injured after a new prescription, missed dose, or dosage change. At Taylor… Continue readingabout What Should You Do If You Suspect a Medication Error in a South Carolina Nursing Home?

Falls Are a Common Reason for Unexplained Nursing Home Injuries

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Thousands of families in Charleston and the surrounding area entrust the care of our elders to nursing homes. We expect these homes to ensure the well-being of our loved ones, provide medical care and prevent injury. Despite our desire to protect our family members, every year, nursing home residents suffer serious injuries from preventable falls.… Continue readingabout Falls Are a Common Reason for Unexplained Nursing Home Injuries

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

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Whether due to deteriorating health, or the need for assistance and added support, elderly individuals move into long-term care facilities each year across the United States. For family members, the decision to place a loved one into a nursing home is difficult, even if they are convinced that it’s the right choice. Thus, imagine the… Continue readingabout Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect