What is Nursing Home Neglect?
October 13, 2020
Nursing home neglect is when patients do not receive adequate mental and physical care. Even though it may not be intentional, it is still dangerous. The health risks can be serious and should not be taken lightly. Continue reading to learn more. Causes of Nursing Home Neglect There are many reasons, both intentional and unintentional, as to why this type of neglect occurs. Either way, both are forms of elder abuse. In most cases, negligence is unintentional. Short staffing, inadequate training, and high turnover rates are common unintended causes of neglect. Employees of care centers generally want to
