The Legal Consequences of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect: What Families Need to Know
Introduction to Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Defining Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Nursing home abuse and neglect refer to the mistreatment or failure to provide adequate care to elderly residents in long-term care facilities. Abuse can take many forms, including physical harm, emotional distress, financial exploitation, or neglecting basic needs such as hygiene, nutrition,…