The Dangers of Elder Abuse in Maryland Nursing Homes
Check in with your loved ones and recognize any possible signs of elder abuse or neglect.
According to the National Association of Nursing Home Attorneys, an estimated 5 million elders are abused each year. Furthermore, approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60 and above have experienced some form of elder abuse. The rates of abuse are higher for individuals living in nursing homes or other care facilities. If you believe your loved one has experienced abuse in a nursing home, contact Cardaro & Peek for legal assistance.
Elder Abuse
According to the Administration on Aging, elder abuse is defined as, “any knowing, intentional, or negligent act by a caregiver or any other person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult.” Elder abuse is not limited to just physical abuse. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated that the most common forms of elder abuse also includes sexual, emotional, and financial abuse, as well as neglect. Emotional elder abuse is a growing problem in nursing homes across the country.
Elder Neglect
Neglect occurs in many forms, but it is generally defined as a failure by the caregiver to fulfill the obligations related to the elder’s care. When an older person moves into a nursing home, he or she requires a variety of different types of care depending on their physical and mental health. Common types of elder neglect include denial of needs, refusal to complete hygiene tasks, and refusal to provide medical care.
Why is Elder Abuse so Dangerous?
Whether you are a victim of elder abuse or you suspect that your loved one may be, it’s important to report the incident as soon as possible. Nursing home abuse is commonly unreported, and the victim and their families suffer as a result. Nursing home residents deserve to receive the best care that can possibly be given to them in their place of residence. They should not have to worry about physical abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect. You do not need to have substantial proof of abuse to make a report.
Contact The Law Offices of Cardaro & Peek, LLC Today
Do you believe that you or your loved one has suffered as a result of medical malpractice or medical neglect? You need to talk to an experienced team of local lawyers today.
The lawyers at Cardaro & Peek, LLC have the experience and resources necessary to investigate and litigate all types of medical claims throughout Maryland and Washington D.C. Cardaro & Peek, LLC has medical personnel on staff and has access to nationally recognized, board-certified physicians and other experts, to assist in the investigation, analysis, and prosecution of all types of medical malpractice claims. If you or a loved one have experienced malpractice, give us a call at 410-752-6166. Please visit our website www.cardarolaw.com and follow us on Facebook , Twitter , and LinkedIn for more information.
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