Elder abuse is a huge problem. If you have an elderly loved one in a extended care or nursing home then you may be looking for ways to ensure that your loved one is not a victim of abuse. Here are some ways that you can check up on them without being overly intrusive.

Take a Walk Around the Kitchen

When you go to visit, take a minute to walk around the home and take a look. A quick look can reveal many things about the home. Take time to see if there is food available and that there are no strange smells coming from the kitchen. Also observe the general cleanliness of the dining area to see if it is well taken care of.

Look Over the Other Residents

Do the other residents seem to be well taken care of? Are they wearing clean clothing and seem to be in generally good health? Also look to see if the residents generally look to be of a healthy weight.

Speak to your Loved One

Take time to ask your loved one about how they feel about where they are living. IF the have any complaints, then you should take time to investigate them to see if they are founded. If your loved one seems hesitant to speak about their living conditions it might be a sign of abuse.

If you suspect elder abuse and need legal assistance, contact the experts at Stano Law group.