First, retain a Newburgh nursing home negligence lawyer. The firm can help you report neglect and abuse to the proper authorities, especially if you do not trust the administrative staff at the nursing home. You can also contact Adult Protective Services, a New York ombudsman, the Office on Aging, Citizens Advocacy Group, Medicaid, Licensure and Certifications Department of the New York Department of Health, and the Board of Examiners for Nursing Home Administrator