What to Do About Nursing Home Resident Neglect

If you suspect someone has been subject to Nursing Home neglect or abuse make sure to call the Illinois Department on Aging hotline at 866-800-1409.

You may also contact the nursing home ombudsman in the county in question.

What does Nursing home abuse and neglect look like?

It may involve inadequate nutrition or fluid intake;

Dirty or unsafe facilities;

Resident falls;

Medication problems;

Residents leaving the premises without supervision;

Use of physical restraints without medical necessity;

Failure to meet government rules; or

Failure to provide reasonable care to protect the residents.

If you think something may be wrong in the nursing facility make sure to contact the Illinois Department on Aging, and contact the lawyers at Williams and Swee to discuss your options.

All cases are taken on a contingent fee basis. We only get paid if you recover. Call 309-827-4371.

 

Study of Homeless Finds Women at Disadvantage for Accessing Disability Benefits | NC State News | NC State University

Source: Study of Homeless Finds Women at Disadvantage for Accessing Disability Benefits | NC State News | NC State University

Makes sense that access to medical treatment and the applicable records help with the case because Social Security Disability is all about proving your medical condition keeps you from working.

 

2 accused of posting sexual images of nursing home residents | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com

BLOOMINGTON — Police are seeking a man charged with posting on Facebook sexual images of residents of a nursing home in McLean County.

Source: 2 accused of posting sexual images of nursing home residents | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com

The State fined the nursing home for failure to protect its residents. Nursing home may also be subject to civil damages for the same violations.

12 Facts the Social Security Administration Wants You to Know

Source: 12 Facts the Social Security Administration Wants You to Know

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Important point is the 90 percent of workers are entitled to Social Security Disability. Make sure to file for benefits if you can no longer work.