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: Illinois Nursing Home Abuse BlogTips to Protect Loved Ones from Nursing Home Abuse
By Levin & Perconti
Elder abuse has become an all too real reality in nursing homes across the country. However, there are some very practical things you can do to make sure your family is safe while in a nursing home. The best way to combat nursing home abuse is to visit often. It is a fact that clients who have regular visitation from family and friends are less likely to be abused. Also it is important to be vigilant and learn to recognize symptoms of elder abuse. Establishing relationships with staff will help lessen the possibility of elder abuse. All of these ways will help your loved one stay safe in their nursing home. To read more about the elder abuse, please click the link.
Full post as published by Illinois Nursing Home Abuse Blog on June 25, 2009 (boomark / email).
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