AA Citation issued to California Nursing Home following patient's death

The California Department of Public Health found that the Homewood Care Center in San Jose was negligent when an elderly patient who had been suffering from Alzheimer's died. The Department of Public Health issued a AA citation and fined the facility $80,000. The patient was being fed by a certified nursing assistant when he began to show signs of distress and inability to swallow. No paramedics were called until 20 minutes later as the patient writhed in discomfort. Once the paramedics arrived the patient was pronounced dead. California Nursing Home Abuse is an all too common experience. Being the victim of California Nursing Home Abuse or neglect can result in serious injury or even death. You may be entitled to compensation if you or a loved one was the victim of abuse. All nursing homes are held to the same standard and when their care falls below that standard they can be held responsible for negligence or intentional abuse. Call our leading California Nursing Home abuse firm today for a free consultation.