Falls are a common safety concern as people age. Changes in equilibrium and a loss of strength can contribute to an increased risk of a same-level fall. Older adults are at increased risk of serious injuries if they do fall. They can break bones or may suffer brain...
Now that we’re heading into summer, more people in nursing homes will likely be spending time outside as much as they’re able to. Although they should be supervised by staff, some may try to leave the premises on their own. Unfortunately, some succeed in “eloping.”...
There are certainly some nursing homes that have an adequate number of staff members at all times, but studies have found that this is not the norm. According to one study, as many as 94% of nursing homes reported staffing shortages. Moreover, the study simply asked...
