Written by Keith V. Trantolo
W.S. Manchester, CT
Connecticut Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys
Our elderly loved ones have a right to live, not merely exist! When we finally make that difficult decision that a loved one needs to be in a nursing home, assisted living facility, or group home, we trust that they will be treated with the highest standards of care and respect.
Yet, over the next two decades, the U.S. elderly population is expected to increase significantly, from 35 million in 2000 (or 12.4 percent of the population) to 70 million by 2030 (or 19.6 percent of the population). As the Baby Boomer generation ages, 19.5 million individuals are predicted to be 80 years of age or older by 2030.
Trantolo & Trantolo believes our elderly should be honored, cherished and protected. This is not always the case. According to the American Association for Justice, as many as 90% of U.S. nursing homes have staffing levels too low to provide even “adequate” care for our loved ones. Too many corporate facilities, which are increasingly the norm for elderly care, put profit before people and decrease their staffs to increase their profits. We believe that these facilities really should be homes for our elderly loved ones.
Our family members should not meet untimely deaths. They should not be falling down or suffering from pain and infection. They should not be victims of medication errors or unexplained injuries, including fractures, bruises or cuts. Our elderly loved ones should not have to spend one second of one day in unsanitary or unsafe conditions.
Do You Need a Nursing Home Negligence Attorney?
At Trantolo & Trantolo, we represent victims of nursing home, assisted living facility, or group home neglect and/or abuse. We honor and cherish the elderly among us, and fight to protect them because they have spent their lives protecting us!
If you suspect that a loved one is being neglected or mistreated in one of these facilities, call us right now because we will help! This behavior needs to stop and we will make sure it does. They are supposed to be nursing homes…not warehouses! We think there should be consequences for disrespect, neglect, and injury. We will fight to make sure that those responsible pay. We promise!
Don’t wait! The law limits the amount of time you have to file suit. If you or a loved one has been injured by somebody else’s negligence, contact a nursing home negligence lawyer today.
Nursing Home Negligence Resources
Placing a loved one in a nursing home can be a tough decision for a family. Although it’s often the best move for the welfare of aging individuals, you can feel like you’re abandoning a family member. So, you take the time to carefully research nearby facilities to find the right one to provide quality care in a safe environment. You put your trust in the medical staff there to take excellent care of your loved one but, after several visits, you notice he or she does not seem happy in the facility. Signs of abuse and neglect are present – what can you do? We offer four reputable resources to help you during this shocking and difficult time.
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Through the CT DPH, you can report a health practitioner or a skilled nursing facility for mistreatment. Whether your loved one was receiving in-patient or at-home care when the abuse occurred, the department will investigate your case and take necessary action.
Connecticut Department of Social Services
The CT DSS offers defense against the mistreatment of older individuals. The Protective Services for the Elderly shields people over the age of 60 from physical, mental and emotional abuse, as well as financial exploitation. When you contact the Connecticut PSE, a plan of action will be designed for your specific situation, including safe removal from a facility.
National Center on Elder Abuse
In some cases, a loved one may be receiving care in another state. The National Center on Elder Abuse is a countrywide resource that provides links to agencies in all 50 states. You can also review laws and regulations in specific states, which helps you be sure that abuse has occurred before you take serious action.
The Administration on Aging
The Administration for Community Living’s Administration on Aging (AoA) is a great tool to help families find the right nursing home for a loved one. In the event that the nursing home selected is not up to standard, the AoA’s Office of Elder Justice and Protective Services responds to abuse claims and provides resources to help prevent abuse before it occurs.
If you or a loved one is in an emergency situation, call 911 to report the abuse right away.
