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Is Nursing Home Neglect Common?

Tonight, ABC World News highlighted a terrifying problem: Nursing home neglect that leaves friends and loved ones with bruises and other health problems.

The store sites a new report that shows 92 percent of nearly 15,000 nursing homes were cited for violations over the last three years. The federal citations don't carry much weight, so some states are stepping up to take care of seniors who need daily care, according to the story. Read it here

What if you believe a friend or relative is being neglected or abused in a nursing home? What should you know before your loved ones enter these facilities? The Law in Your Life has tackled this topic. Find the answers along with host Angela Wilson as she gets the facts from attorney Lois Zerrer.

TN Nursing Homes

In Tennessee, officials suspended two nursing homes from taking on new patients because of various violations. Among the charges, state officials say the nursing homes did not protect residents. (Read more)

What are your rights when it comes to nursing home care? Attorney Lois Zerrer talks about them in this Law in Your Life interview. If you have concerns about a nursing home, call:

Aging Information and Referral     1-800-235-5503
Elder Abuse and Neglect Hotline    1-800-392-0210

Law in Your Life #15: Elder Issues Part II

Nursing homes are a scary prospect for some families. What happens if you have a relative who needs immediate, unexpected care? What should you know before you sign a contract - or become a responsible party? What are the rights of people in nursing homes? Today, host Angela Wilson wraps up a two-part series on elder issues by discussing nursing homes with Springfield attorney Lois Zerrer. (Internet Explorer users click play twice.)

If you would like more information on senior citizen rights, you can download this free PDF brochure from The Missouri Bar, or you can find the information on the Bar Web site. There are also toll-free lines you can call for additional information, or to express concerns about nursing homes:

Aging Information and Referral     1-800-235-5503
Elder Abuse and Neglect Hotline    1-800-392-0210

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