The Truth About Sexual Abuse in Nursing Home

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The Truth About Sexual Abuse in Nursing Home
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Nursing home abuse can also be physical,
emotional or even sexual. But regardless of what
type of abuse your elderly loved one was
subjected to while at their nursing home
facility, it will take a heavy toll on them.
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Know the Signs of Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse

• Unexplained difficulty with walking or sitting
• Bruising on private parts of the body, ankles or
  the wrists
• Unexplained vaginal or anal bleeding
• Unexplained sexually transmitted diseases or
  genital infections
• Torn, stained or bloody undergarments
• Stained or bloody sheets
• Fear, stress or anxiety with a particular staff
  member at the nursing home

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Steps to Take When You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse
Start a Dialogue
The most important step you need to take is to
open a dialogue with the individual who is being
abused.
Listen, Dont Judge
Once you have opened the dialogue, it is
imperative that you listen to the person being
abused without judging.
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Inform the Proper Authority
Orange County nursing home abuse lawyers advise
clients to inform the person in charge of the
nursing home as well as law enforcement.
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Protect Your Rights With an Experienced Attorney
If or a loved one has been a victim of nursing
home abuse or neglect, contact the Law Offices of
Samer Habbas. Our Los Angeles nursing home abuse
attorneys specialize in handling nursing home
abuse and neglect cases and have the experience
to help you hold the responsible parties
accountable and obtain compensation for your pain
and suffering.