Recent visits with an elderly loved one have left you feeling uneasy. Something has changed, and you think that your loved one may be the victim of abuse. In fact, there are common signs indicating that nursing home abuse in New Lenox is taking place. If any of the following are present, it’s worth seeking legal advice.
A change in personal hygiene could mean that your loved one is attempting to become less of a target. By not bathing or asking for help with cleaning up, the hope is to fall below the radar of the abuser. This approach may or may not be working.
Another sign that something is wrong could be a change in personality. A loved one who used to be talkative and now has little to say may be experiencing abuse. If your loved one finds excuses for you to stay a little longer, even if not much is said, that could also mean something is wrong.
Last, unexplained bruising could mean that nursing home abuse in New Lenox is occurring. There may be excuses given, like running into a door or sustaining a fall. Even so, you notice that fresh bruises are present during each visit.
Keep in mind that your loved one may hesitate to say anything about what’s happening. That’s often due to fear of retribution. Introducing a lawyer into the situation could make it possible to collect evidence and determine what action should be taken next.
For more information, contact Block, Klukas, Manzella & Shell, P.C. at BlockLaw.com today.
