Nursing home abuse occurs when a resident in a nursing home is receiving improper treatment by a caregiver. If they are injured, or if their risk of injury is increased, this is nursing home abuse. If a resident is having suicidal thoughts, this could be due to emotional abuse. Here is a list of ways a resident in a nursing home could be abused:

• Physical Abuse
• Emotional Abuse
• Sexual Abuse
• Monetary Abuse
• Neglect

Click here to know what signs to look for so you can protect a loved one receiving care.