We provide Wisconsin nursing home neglect resources for families of residents.  We want families to have as much information as possible to make a safe and educated choice about the nursing home their loved one is going to call home.  You should use the Checklist we have below when visiting any facility.  Be an informed consumer.  We also provide resources and links to information you need if a resident has been harmed due to neglect and/or abuse.

We recommend an excellent book, "Consumer Guide to Long Term Care", by Gary R. Ilminen, RN.  You can order a copy at the University of Wisconsin Press at http://www.wisc.edu/wisconsinpress/books/3075.htm.  It is described as "A must-read for adult children of the elderly and anyone working in long-term care . . . Clear, concise and easy-to-follow."  Pamela M. Mokler, Gerontologist.

Embrace Care America is a geriatric care management service that assists individuals and families to determine and select senior resources and services. The range of services includes comprehensive assessments, recommendations in a personalized care plan, implementation of the care plan and on-going monitoring and involvement. Their services are particularly helpful for seniors who's children live out of state. Learn more about this service by visiting their website at http://www.embracecaremanagement.com 

Nursing Home Checklist PDF File is a checklist for families to use when touring a nursing home.  It addresses the important areas for families to evaluate.

Resident Concern / Complaint Form is a form for families to document any complaint, grievance or concern about a loved one's care.  This complaint form can be turned over to the nursing home for the nursing home to address.  It also documents the family's concern(s) and shows the effort to improve the care.

How to file a complaint

Related Websites

PKSLawfirm.com

If you would like to discuss a potential claim of nursing home neglect with an experienced and skilled Wisconsin nursing home neglect lawyer, call Jeff Pitman at 414-212-0000 or 1-800-950-9882 or email Jeff at jeff@PKSlawfirm.com.  The consultation is free.  Jeff Pitman has handled dozens of Wisconsin nursing home neglect cases.  Jeff can put his expertise and experience to work for you.