There are many reasons why a South Carolina family chooses to place a loved one in a nursing home. No matter the reason, this decision is almost never an easy one. A family will understandably want to find the facility best suited to meet the health needs of their...
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Nursing home employee fired after investigation
Families in South Carolina go through a lot of emotions when they decide it’s time to place a loved one in a nursing home. While they may know it’s for the best, choosing to put a loved one in someone else’s care can be very difficult. Understandably, there may be...
Are bed sores a sign of nursing home negligence?
Helping your loved one transition to fully assisted living can be a comforting yet emotional and worrisome time. On one hand, you might feel relieved that your mother or father will have ’round-the-clock care and supervision available, especially if your own family...
Nursing home resident dies in possible food-related incident
Choosing to place a loved one in a nursing home can be very difficult for a South Carolina family. They may realize that their loved one needs the care provided in a specialized setting, but families can often worry about the safety of their loved ones while under the...
Are South Carolina nursing homes safe?
It can bring a simultaneous sense of relief and worry to you when you help your aging loved one transition to fully assisted living care. On one hand, you might take comfort in knowing that your parent will no longer be alone each day and will have a support system...
Are bed sores a sign of nursing home neglect?
When you visit a loved one in a South Carolina nursing home, he or she should always appear clean and well cared for. It’s understandable that you might feel quite concerned if, for instance, you arrive for a visit and your family member has unexplained injuries or...
What red flags should you watch for in a nursing home?
If your parent isn’t able to function independently on a daily basis, you might be in the process of helping him or her transition to ’round-the-clock nursing care. It can be an emotional time for everyone involved, especially if your loved one shows signs of dementia...
Could bedsores be a sign of neglect?
Elderly people who rely on nursing home staff for their care depend on them for more than meals and medication. They may also rely on staff to make sure that they remain clean, are properly hydrated and are repositioned regularly. When people in long term care do not...
Is dehydration a serious concern among nursing home residents?
Nursing home residents rely on the attention of their care staff to ensure they remain safe and healthy. Unfortunately, a negligent or abusive nursing home staff can ultimately cause devastating injuries and deadly conditions. Some of the more dangerous conditions can...
Why does your loved one have bed sores?
When you helped your aging parent transition to residence in a South Carolina nursing home, you no doubt expected that there might be some challenges ahead, both for you and for your loved one. Relying on professional caretakers requires a tremendous amount of trust....