Assisted Living and Elder Abuse: Elders who rely on assisted-living arrangements may still face abuse and neglect

Elder abuse is not restricted to nursing homes. Elders who live with family, spouses or who depend on assisted-living arrangements may also face abuse. In the case of assisted-living, the abuse may not be noticed for some time, as family members assume that this type of arrangement is safer and not prone to abusive situations. However, just as in nursing home abuse, assisted-living communities can have the same types of problems with regards to abuse, neglect, or isolation. It is important to remain in contact with the elder, no matter the living arrangement, in order to ensure that all requirements are being met. The prevention of elder abuse is an important consideration for all families, and should be handled professionally and with compassion. Millions of elderly Americans face possible abuse and neglect each year. It is up to family members, and friends, in conjunction with the state agencies, to prevent these cases from occurring, and to end the conditions surrounding elder abuse when it does arise. If you feel that your loved one may be a victim of elder abuse or neglect, you must act quickly to end the situation and help your loved one to recover as soon as possible. The Law Offices of Young and Wallin are committed to helping families achieve peace of mind and recover damages sustained as a result of elder abuse and neglect.