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Abuse and neglect of senior citizens at nursing homes is a chronically underreported problem. This site delves into some of the reasons why this abuse occurs, posits potential solutions for common problems, and discusses some legal and social implications.
Senior neglect, abuse and exploitation are all illegal under AZ law.
Elder Abuse constitutes physical violence, such as hitting, slapping, shoving, restraining, and intentionally over or under-medicating.
Elder Neglect involves the malicious or negligent failure to provide care duties to an elder adult. For instance, ignoring instructions to feed the senior a special diet; failing to adequately medicate an elder adult; and allowing gross hygienic conditions at a nursing home, can all be actionable offences.
Exploitation involves the manipulation of the elder adult’s finances, resources, or likeness for illegal profit or gain. For instance, a nursing home staff member might use an elderly person’s credit card to make purchases online or access her social security funds.
According to independent surveys, as well as National Elder Abuse Incidence studies, nearly half a million elderly Americans each year suffer from abuse or neglect. Out of fear of repercussions, isolation, or an inability to communicate, many abused elder Americans do not report these crimes against them.
What can be done about this persistent and horrible set of problems?
The National Center for Elder Abuse recommends that concerned relatives visit nursing homes regularly to ensure that their loved ones are getting adequate care.
If you suspect that an elderly person has been neglected or abused at a nursing home in Arizona, private care facility, hospital, or by an at-home nurse, you can take legal action to recoup costs associated with medical bills, pain and suffering, and therapy. The Phoenix nursing home abuse attorneys at Breyer Law Offices can help. We help families deal with the legal and related issues utilizing all available Arizona laws, including the Arizona Adult Protective Services Act, knows as APSA. We provide a no-cost analysis of all claims of elder abuse that occur in nursing homes, long term care facilities, and other locations. Explore more information about nursing home and senior abuse here, or visit our main site, www.BreyerLaw.com. To schedule your free consultation, dial us now at (480) 753 4534.
