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  • Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation in Long-Term Care Facilities

    Sadly, older persons are not always treated with respect nor do they always get the care they need.

  • Advance Care Planning and End of Life Care

    Find resources and information related to advance care planning and end of life care.

  • Antipsychotic Drugs

    Ending overmedication of nursing home residents and halting the misuse of antipsychotic drugs as chemical restraints is critical. Antipsychotic drugs, when prescribed for elderly persons with dementia, can have serious medical complications, including: death, loss of independence, over-sedation, confusion and falls.

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