Tag: Nursing Home Neglect

What is Elder Abuse? What Missouri Residents Need to Know.

All over the State of Missouri, elderly people are being abused. Sadly, it does happen within families, but it's much more likely to take place when they are in nursing facilities. This can cause a great deal of distress for their loved ones who may not know how to properly identify elder abuse. They may […]

Written by on April 18, 2019

Could Nursing Home Abuse be Stopped with New Proposal?

Many cases of nursing home abuse have been piling up over the last few years. This has become such a big problem that a lot of people are scared to place their loved ones for fear of them becoming victims. Consider the story of one man who died because of what his wife is calling […]

Written by on September 13, 2018

What Should You Do When You Find Neglect or Abuse at a Nursing Home?

The abuse or neglect of the elderly is a very big deal in St. Louis, and it’s probably not reported often enough. If you have a loved one in a nursing home, it may shock you when you discover that they’re being abused or neglected. You may feel as though your hands are tied, and […]

Written by on July 19, 2018

AARP Tips on Keeping Aging Parents from Experiencing Nursing Home Neglect

Are the constant news reports on nursing home neglect keeping you up at night, worrying over a loved one? The St. Louis nursing home neglect attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to be aware of the warning signs… Signs of Potential Nursing Home NeglectThe AARP points to these as major signs of poor care:– […]

Written by on February 15, 2018

Complaints Rise Against State Run VA Nursing Home in St. Louis

Cases of nursing home neglect are all over the news in St. Louis. One case seems particularly shocking, and it involves a veterans’ nursing home. Many families claimed that their loved ones were not being taken care of properly. When bringing their concerns to staff members, they were given passive answers and never saw any […]

Written by on January 11, 2018

How Do You Know When the Line Is Crossed Into Nursing Home Abuse?

Families have multiple concerns when placing a loved one in a nursing home. They want to be sure their elderly family member is being taken care of properly. Nursing home neglect and abuse are two issues that many people are concerned about. It’s important to know the difference, and when to take action. What is […]

Written by on December 28, 2017

What to Do First if Your Parent’s Nursing Home is in the News for Neglect

For thousands of elderly individuals, the possibility of spending the rest of their lives in a nursing home is a reality. Whether it’s a regular nursing home or a veteran’s nursing home, friends, family, and the individual expect exemplary care and treatment. Unfortunately, this is not always the case as any St. Louis nursing home […]

Written by on December 14, 2017

Report Nursing Home Abuse to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

Has a loved one suffered abuse at an area nursing home? The St. Louis nursing home abuse attorneys at Hoffman & Gelfman want you to know the steps to reporting such tragic incidences so that together, with the families of fellow victims, you can prevent future suffering. Steps to Reporting Nursing Home Abuse in Missouri: […]

Written by on October 10, 2017