Nursing and retirement home statistics:

6 Million elderly and disabled people receive care in a nursing or retirement center.

There are 16,800 retirement and nursing centers in the United States.

The Federal government provides funding to the State government to conduct on-site inspections.

The State is responsible to recommend sanctions against nursing homes that violate health and safety rules.

NURSING HOME NEGLIGENCE:
A Silent Epidemic.

A loved one that requires assisted living, by way of a nursing home or retirement center, can be an especially stressful experience, for the one in need and their family. A nursing or retirement home can provide a very positive experience. An environment of communication and understanding in conjunction with a supportive, trained, responsive and qualified staff can make your loved one feel at home and put family members at ease. Many times, the experience may not be so positive.

More information on Nursing Home Negligence.

If you suspect patient abuse, report it, by calling your local law enforcement personnel and your State agency charged with assisted living center regulation.

If your loved one has suffered any physical injury as a result of an assisted living center's negligence, please call or email Attorney Dan Chamberlain, 800-269-3443.