Families want to trust nursing homes to care for their loved ones, and while Virginia has regulations in place to ensure that safety measures are followed, nursing home injuries can still happen. When they do, it is crucial that the resident receives prompt medical attention,…
Facing the decision to move a loved one into a nursing home can be heart-wrenching. Still, these facilities can provide essential care that may be difficult to achieve at home. Virginia law dictates that nursing home residents are treated with respect and dignity, backed by…
Modern medicine has led to increased longevity for Americans. There are currently around 62 million adults aged 65 and older in the U.S., which is expected to rise to 84 million in the next 30 years. Increased lifespan has also brought a rise in elder…
