What You Can Do If Your Loved One Is Abused In A Florida Nursing Home

Do you or someone you know have a loved on in a Florida nursing home? If so, you placed them there with the assumption that they were going to receive the best possible care. Unfortunately, that is not always the case and people are abused in Florida nursing homes.

As unbelievable as it sounds, many elderly suffer physical, sexual and emotional abuse at the hands of nursing home employees. This scenario leaves family members wondering what to do. Fortunately, there are several things you can do.

You need to speak with someone who is in charge. Do not settle with talking with low level staff.

Submit your concerns in writing. This will notify the nursing home that you are serious about your concerns. Request their response in writing. You need to also make sure you follow through with any requests that you make.

Also, plan on making more visits and not always at the same time. You do not want the nursing home staff to clean up their “act” when they know you are coming.

Lastly, it is imperative that you seek legal counsel. A Florida nursing home abuse attorney who specializes in nursing home neglect and abuse cases will be able to help you resolve your issues.

If you or someone you know has a loved one who is a victim of nursing home abuse in Palm Beach County, Martin County or Port St. Lucie County, you should contact an experienced Palm Beach nursing home abuse lawyer at Fetterman & Associates at (561) 845-2510 or (800) LAW IN FL (529-4635).