When a loved one enters a nursing home, you’re putting more than just their health in someone else’s hands; you’re putting your trust in them. That trust depends on the belief that the facility will deliver safe, compassionate, and professional care. In response to growing concerns about quality and accountability, Missouri nursing home laws in 2025 introduced significant changes...
Read MoreOne of the most painful realities of elder abuse in dementia patients is that its signs can look almost identical to disease progression. A senior who becomes withdrawn, irritable, confused, or even bruised may be assumed to be “just declining.” But these same symptoms can reflect abuse or neglect. Recognizing signs of elder abuse in dementia patients is critical....
Read MoreWhen families in Kansas City entrust a loved one to a nursing home, they expect compassionate care, safety, and dignity. Sexual abuse violates that trust in the most profound and traumatic way. Among all forms of elder mistreatment, sexual abuse is one of the most underreported in long-term care facilities across Missouri and Kansas. Many residents are unable to...
Read MoreWhen families place a loved one in a nursing home, they expect their money and belongings to be safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Financial abuse in nursing homes happens more often than most people realize. Staff members, other residents, or even family members can take advantage of seniors who may be confused, isolated, or unable to manage...
Read MoreFamilies don’t expect to question the care inside a nursing home. But when a loved one shows signs of distress, unexplained injuries, or changes in condition, families need to know what steps they can take—and how long they have to take them. In Kansas City, where cases may fall under Missouri or Kansas law, timelines vary. Understanding how long...
Read MoreDiscovering that a loved one may be suffering from neglect in a nursing home is deeply upsetting, and far too common. Families trust care facilities to treat residents with compassion, respect, and professionalism. When that trust is broken, it’s important to act quickly and decisively. If you’re asking yourself how to report nursing home neglect, this post will walk...
Read MoreWhen you place a loved one in a nursing home, you expect care, safety, and dignity, not neglect or abuse. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse remains a serious issue in Kansas City and across the nation. If you suspect a loved one has been harmed in a long-term care facility, choosing the right attorney is one of the most important...
Read MoreIt is critical nursing home residents receive the proper nutrition and hydration they require at all times. Unfortunately, nutritional needs are different for everyone, so it can be difficult to determine the ideal diet for an individual. Still, all residents have the right to a consistent, well-balanced meal plan tailored to their health needs and personal preferences. When this...
Read MoreIt’s summertime, and that means the sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the temperatures are rising. Unfortunately, some nursing homes are not prepared for the heat. In fact, many residents report that their nursing home is too hot for them to be comfortable. This can be a major issue, especially in the summer months when temperatures soar...
Read MoreAll kinds of elder abuse are shameful no matter what. Elders are some of the most vulnerable people in the U.S. population, which makes them particularly susceptible to abuse of all types. Most nursing home abuse falls into one of the following categories: While most nursing homes do everything possible to keep residents safe and comfortable, there are outliers...
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