Oftentimes the elderly who are being abused may not be willing or able to speak up for themselves in a time of crisis. Below we have listed off a few of the ways you can help those in distress once you’ve begun to recognize the signs of abuse or neglect from your loved ones.
Report the Abuse: In some cases, the abuse may come from a select few individuals who have managed to hide their crimes. Reporting the abuse to the nursing home will not only have a direct effect on the abusers but can also bring to light any other offenses that those individuals may have committed against the victim.
Take Record of the Signs of Abuse: If able, take photos of any physical harm done, and start to create a list of dates and events that have occurred, and keep a detailed account of everything you or your loved one has experienced to keep as evidence for your case.
Dial 911: While this may seem like the obvious, in the event that you witness or become aware that you or a loved one are victims of abuse in a nursing home, calling 911 can start a traceable record of abuse as well as start an investigation as to what crimes have been committed against the victim. This can also lead to the removal of those who have been abused or have caused the abuse to those victims.
Contact an Attorney: In many cases, victims of abuse fall through the cracks. When you contact and hire an attorney, it can help you, and the victim better understand what legal action you can take against those who have committed the crimes.
There may be some instances where you may feel helpless when it comes to fighting back against those who have abused you or your loved ones in a nursing home. At Morgan & Morgan, our attorneys will treat you like family and fight to get you the justice you deserve for your injuries.