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One of the main reasons why abuse and neglect of nursing home residents is so dangerous is because it can be difficult, even for close friends and family members, to notice that anything is wrong. The residents themselves may be unwilling or cognitively unable to communicate what is happening to them, and specific symptoms of mistreatment may be subtle or easily attributed to more innocuous causes.
With all that in mind, it can be helpful to know about some of the less obvious warning signs of nursing home abuse in Nassau County, all of which could be early indicators that something much more serious is happening out of sight. If you notice any of the following in a loved one living in a nursing home or assisted living facility, an experienced attorney in nursing home abuse cases could help you evaluate the situation and offer guidance about legal steps to take.
One particularly common sign of abuse in residents of Nassau County nursing homes is the sudden onset of extreme anxiety, depression, mood swings, and sometimes even changes in personality or regression to childlike behaviors like thumb-sucking. In particular, family members of nursing home residents should pay attention when mood shifts like these happen mainly around a specific staff member or other resident, since that may be the specific person who is abusing that resident.
It is unfortunately far from rare for nursing home residents to suffer small injuries like cuts and bruises, simply because they may not be as physically able as they once were and may also have a harder time healing on their own from minor trauma. That said, consistent injuries—particularly ones around the wrists, ankles, and other places where physical restraints might be used—may be warning signs of chronic abuse.
Often, one of the best ways to resolve minor instances of mistreatment inside nursing homes is to speak directly with staff members or administrators about what problems are occurring and what should be done to address them. If staff members in a Nassau County nursing home refuse to provide clear explanations about minor injuries or illnesses, and especially if they refuse to leave residents alone with visitors, it may be a warning sign that serious mistreatment is occurring in that facility.
Finally, it is worth emphasizing that not all forms of nursing home abuse are physical, emotional, or even personal in any way. Any unexpected changes in a Nassau County nursing home resident’s personal finances or estate planning documents may be signs that they are being manipulated by nursing home staff and possibly being a victim of a financial fraud scheme.
Of course, knowing the warning signs of nursing home abuse in Nassau County is one thing, but taking proactive legal action in response to them can be another thing entirely. In fact, many people who try to sue on their own over abuse experienced by one of their family members find themselves frustrated by legal and procedural obstacles before they can get close to obtaining the compensation they deserve.
Fortunately, there is support available from experienced and compassionate lawyers who know exactly how to help your family get the best possible case result. Call today to learn more.
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