On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | May 29, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse, Nursing Home Neglect
Many Albuquerque residents know someone who has dementia. Many times, those who have dementia need to eventually be placed in a long term care facility because they are no longer able to take care of themselves. But making the decision to place a loved one into a...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | May 29, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse, Nursing Home Neglect
There are many people in the Albuquerque area who have a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s. These are serious illnesses that can be devastating to families. Many times those with dementia or Alzheimer’s come to a point where they can no longer care for themselves...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | May 29, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse
Those in the Albuquerque area who have an older relative understand the stress that can ensue when their loved one needs more care. There are many area skilled nursing facilities that specialize in helping older people who need help with day-to-day living. These...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | Mar 30, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse
New Mexico’s elder abuse problems can take many forms, usually grouped into physical abuse, psychological (or verbal) abuse, sexual abuse, financial exploitation, and neglect. to help stop abuse, neglect or exploitation in nursing homes and other care facilities, our...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | Mar 18, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse, Nursing Home Neglect
Regardless of whether a resident’s family regularly visits, nursing homes must keep residents safe. However, nursing homes do not always fulfill their duties. A serious problem might go undetected until a visitor notices it. Unfortunately, visiting your loved one...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | Mar 17, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse
Are you researching Albuquerque-area nursing homes for a loved one, or maybe have a family member living in an area nursing home? If so, it’s time to arm yourself with some knowledge to help keep your elderly loved one safe and healthy. Bedsores are one health concern...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | Dec 30, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse, Nursing Home Neglect
When you choose a nursing home for your parent, you want a place that offers the best care possible. But if you’ve never researched nursing homes before, you may feel unsure about where to start. You fear that the wrong choice could lead your parent to suffer neglect...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | Dec 28, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse
Elderly adults deserve to be happy at the end of their life. Sadly, not everyone is, especially if they’re facing abuse at their assisted living facility. According to a recent report, nearly 5 million residents face some form of abuse in U.S. nursing homes. When...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | Sep 26, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse
Many nursing homes in New Mexico and across the U.S. are the subject of complaints regarding the quality of elder care. Residents of these homes may be neglected, abused or financially manipulated. The condition of many homes can even be unsanitary. One auditor in...
On behalf of Berenson & Associates, PC | Aug 23, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse
For many New Mexico families, elder abuse continues to be a major concern about the well-being of their loved ones. In 2010, the Elder Justice Act was approved by Congress, but elder abuse continues to be a significant concern. For years before the law was passed,...
