Top 5 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
There comes a point in every person’s life when he or she can no longer take care of his or herself and needs help performing everyday tasks like eating, walking, and bathing. Moving your loved one into a nursing home or assisted living facility can be a very difficult and sometimes painful decision. You expect that, by moving your loved one into a place with people who are experienced in handling elderly adults, that they will be in safe hands. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Between one and two million people suffer from nursing home abuse every year across the United States.
If your loved one is being abused physically, emotionally, or sexually by a nursing home employee, you need to take legal action and hold this person responsible. To speak with a qualified legal representative about your options, contact the Iowa personal injury lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. today at 877-327-2600 and schedule a free consultation.
Signs of Abuse
Unfortunately, statistics report that only one in five cases of nursing home abuse are reported. It can be difficult to prove that someone is abusing your loved one, especially if he or she is afraid of speaking about specific instances of abuse. There are some warning signs that may help you. Whether it is physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, here are a few signs to look for:
- Acting unusually withdrawn and non-communicative with workers, other residents, and even loved ones while visiting
- Feelings of anxiety or frequent mood swings
- Unexplained bruises, cuts, and other injuries
- Anal or vaginal bleeding (with sexual abuse)
- Feelings of depression
Contact Us
If you believe your loved one is suffering from nursing home abuse, contact the Iowa nursing home malpractice lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.C. today at 877-327-2600.
