Is Your Loved One Getting Enough Nutrition in Their Nursing Home?

Proper nutrition is vital for your loved one’s health in a nursing home. Malnutrition can cause serious issues, such as weakened immunity and increased fall risks and skin breakdown.
At The Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Law Firm, PC, LLO, we are dedicated to protecting nursing home residents’ well-being.

Why Does Malnutrition Happen in Nursing Homes?

Malnutrition can occur for many reasons, including poor appetite, difficulty chewing or swallowing, or inadequate staffing to assist residents during meals. Medications can also interfere with taste or appetite, making it harder for residents to eat enough. Nursing homes are required by law to meet specific nutritional standards, but when they fail, the consequences can be life-altering for residents.

What Are the Warning Signs of Malnutrition?

When visiting, look for these signs:

• Unexplained weight loss
• Fatigue or weakness
• Pale skin or white fingernails
• Bed sores or slow-healing wounds
• Hungrily/aggressively eating food when you help them eat

These could indicate your loved one isn’t receiving proper care.

What You Can Do to Help

If you’re concerned about your loved one’s nutrition, observe their condition and eating habits during visits, and discuss your concerns with the nursing home staff, asking how they manage dietary needs. Documenting your observations and efforts to address these issues can be invaluable if you need legal advice about potential neglect or abuse.

Concerned About Nutrition in a Nursing Home?

If you believe your loved one is suffering from malnutrition or neglect, take action today. Contact The Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Law Firm, PC, LLO. Call (402) 933-0588 or click the button below to schedule a free consultation. Your loved one deserves proper care and dignity—let us help.