How to Advocate for Parents in
Nursing Homes

Learn the signs of abuse and neglect

from: AARP, April 12, 2012

If you’re serving as an advocate for a parent moving to a nursing home, your first responsibility arrives even before your parent relocates. It’s vital to proactively research and personally visit the facilities in your area. Once you’ve chosen your best option and your parent is settled in, be sure to get to know the staff and let them know you will be serving in the role as your parent’s advocate. However, problems can arise no matter how thoroughly your research has been. … Back to Article

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