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The period from Thanksgiving to the New Year is a joyful time for many, as celebrations with friends and family bring warmth and cheer during the winter months. However, the holiday season has a darker side.
Some experts are warning that the holiday season brings with it an uptick in the number of nursing home abuse and neglect cases. As caregivers and facility staff are stressed with holiday preparations and family demands, some take their frustrations out on elderly residents.
Distracted caregivers may be more likely to neglect residents, perhaps making mistakes with over the counter or prescription medications or forgetting to take residents to the bathroom in a timely manner. Some caregivers may resort to financial exploitation of an elder as they struggle to make ends meet over the holiday season, when gifts and elaborate meals are expected.
If you suspect that a loved one is suffering from nursing home abuse or neglect, please speak up. Here are some resources to help you understand and deal with a suspected case of nursing home abuse or neglect:
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