Important safety measures for nursing homes
Nursing homes owe residents a duty of care. This means that the staff and facilities must take steps to prevent accidents. As most nursing home residents are elderly or vulnerable, facilities should be proactive in this area. Here are some essential safety measures for all nursing homes. Fall prevention Falls are arguably the biggest danger […]
Is the nursing home caring for your loved one or neglecting them?
Work and other obligations make it challenging and almost impossible to provide the kind of care an elderly individual needs. For that reason, you decided to move your elderly loved one into a nursing home or long-term care facility. It gives you peace of mind knowing there are professionals looking after them and attending to […]
Recognize the signs of nursing home neglect
For some Tulsa families, nursing homes are safe and trusted facilities where loved ones can receive treatment and care for their medical and personal needs. Residents of nursing homes are given support for their particular ailments as well as assistance with basic living tasks, such as eating meals, getting baths, and moving from place to […]
Oklahoma nursing home, assisted living residents have rights
When we help our loved ones take the next step in their lives and move into an assisted living facility or nursing home, we expect that they will be well taken care of and treated with respect. However, we’ve also heard the horror stories about such living situations gone awry. So what are the signs […]
Look for these signs of abuse or neglect in a nursing home
We like to think that our loved ones are safe, happy and being well cared for when they go to live in a nursing home. Before helping them decide on their next residence, we accompany them to tour homes, ask questions and check references. But after the move is made into an Oklahoma nursing home, […]
Oklahoma governor signs bill to protect nursing home residents
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has signed into law a bill that, in most instances, ban antipsychotic drugs from being given to residents of nursing homes – an action that drew the applause from AARP Oklahoma. The law will go into effect on Nov. 1. Senate Bill 142, which was written by state Sen. Stephanie Bice, […]
Watch for warning signs of nursing home abuse or neglect
When your parents can’t take care of themselves any longer and require care that you can’t provide, it may be time to consider a nursing home. Maybe you found one in Oklahoma that you thought was ideal for Mom or Dad. However, after they’ve been there for a few months, you’re not so sure. They […]