The use of restraints in nursing homes is a controversial topic, with one side calling for their use to protect their loved ones health, and the other side calling for their elimination to protect their loved ones independence. Both health and independence are...
Month: June 2015
Are Video Cameras Coming To A Nursing Home Near You?
Both the Illinois House and Senate have approved a bill that will allow video cameras in Illinois nursing homes. The bill was passed in both houses after several concessions were made by both parties, but the bill must still be signed by Governor Rauner, a former...
Lincolnwood Resident Dead After Car Accident: Tips To Keep Us Safe
A 52-year-old Lincolnwood resident, Mircea Bembea was struck and killed while walking through an intersection in Evanston on Saturday. The details of this particular incident are still being investigated. It is important to reflect on vehicle safety after tragedies...
How to Avoid a Dog Bite
How do you avoid getting bit by a dog?Truth be told, there is no sure proof way to avoid a dog bite injury. Dog bites can be both physically and mentally tolling, but there are several steps you can take to lessen your risk of becoming a dog bite victim:Pay Attention...
Nursing Home Resident Missing From Woodbridge Nursing Home
73-year-old Maria Ramos was a resident at Woodbridge Nursing Home, located at 2242 N. Kedzie Avenue in Chicago, Illinois. Police say that Maria suffers from dementia, and eloped from the facility in the early morning hours on May 28, 2015. Police are asking anyone...