Some Virginia families have senior relatives who, for no apparent reason, get up and wander. They may walk around the house, a care facility, or try to leave a residence to go somewhere else. The problem of senior wandering is…
The brain and spinal cord use nerves to carry messages to the organs, muscles and other parts of the body in a way that is similar to electrical wiring, and the structure of a nerve even resembles an electrical cable.…
A traumatic brain injury often results in long-term and wide-ranging disabilities. The medical issues that arise from a TBI can permanently impact an individual’s quality of life and lead to financial issues because of medical bills and lost wages. These…
Nursing home abuse and neglect is a sad reality here in Virginia and all across the United States. However, one of the more common questions asked is why nursing home abuse and neglect occurs in the first place. After all,…
From an objective observer’s point of view, a person who lives with a traumatic brain injury is perfectly fine. Many TBI victims can perform the activities of daily living without a problem, maintain normal conversations, sustain meaningful relationships and, for…
When you consider the term nursing home abuse, you might think of physical injuries or emotional neglect. Unfortunately, many nursing home residents are also vulnerable to financial exploitation by their caretakers. If your loved one lives in a nursing home,…
Traumatic brain injuries require specialized treatment, and hospitals in Virginia owe a duty of care to ensure that patients receive adequate medical attention. It is critical that hospitals take care to prevent patients with head wounds or concussions from developing…
Virginia residents like you entrust nursing homes to take care of your loved ones while following a certain standard of care and quality. Unfortunately, there are some instances in which your trust in the institution is betrayed and your loved…
Are you concerned about a distant relationship with your grandchild? When a parent prevents the child from contacting you, Colorado grandparents can seek legal visitation under certain circumstances. Learn more about the process of seeking grandparent visitation rights in Colorado. Eligibility…
Health inspections taking place at some of Virginia’s nursing homes turn up deficiencies that can cause great concern for residents’ family members. In one such case, the Virginia Department of Health discovered care issues that reached a “level of actual…
