ElderCare Insights by Welcome Back Home Care with Lee Berkowitz
Welcome to the ElderCare Insights by Welcome Back Home Care with Lee Berkowitz, the podcast designed to help you navigate the complex world of elder care. We know the questions and concerns you're grappling with–we've been there too.
Each episode is packed with answers to your FAQs, solutions to common challenges, and the essential tools you need to make informed decisions. We'll introduce you to experts that help you navigate this important phase of life.
At 'ElderCare Insights,' we believe that knowledge empowers you to attain the best care for your loved ones.
Don’t let your loved ones suffer during this challenging phase of life. Listen, be informed, and let’s make this the best phase of your life and your loved one’s life.
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ElderCare Insights by Welcome Back Home Care with Lee Berkowitz
Michael J. Brevda, Esq. – How To Prevent Catastrophic Service Failures and Neglect and Abuse in Nursing Homes
Michael Brevda, Esq. is a trial lawyer and managing partner at Senior Justice Law Firm. He focuses his practice on representing victims of nursing home abuse, serious personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. Over the years, Mr. Michael Brevda, Esq. has recovered tens of millions of dollars for his clients and their families.
Michael highlighted the crucial role of caregivers and facilities in preventing elder abuse. He shared invaluable resources for caregivers, underscored the need for technology in managing dementia, and stressed vigilance in reporting elder abuse.
Lee and Michael also dissect the complex issue of staffing in caregiving facilities, highlighting the grave consequences of finance-driven understaffing. They call for stronger regulations to improve staffing levels—a proven factor in reducing negative outcomes such as bedsores and falls.
Takeaways:
- Staffing is key.
- Advocacy is necessary.
- Technology is a game-changer.
Connect with Michael Brevda, Esq:
Website: www.seniorjustice.com
Book: The Elder Law Advocate
Timestamps:
05:14 Unaligned with values, defended communities, not for you.
09:09 Switched sides to work for injured families.
11:59 Multiple offices in East and West US.
16:24 Insufficient staffing leads to neglect and abuse.
19:33 Clients need to be affluent, receive 24-hour care.
20:41 Shift in types of healthcare facilities' malpractice cases.
26:32 ALFs may prioritize profit over resident care.
28:52 Preparing financially for long term care costs.
31:49 Neglectful care causes preventable pressure ulcers.
34:44 Preventative measures for fall risk include bed alarms.
37:47 Seek help for safety hazards and wounds.
40:55 Families should question nursing home incidents.
45:16 Mitigating risk, understanding, and protecting aging population.
48:11 Justice for families in nursing home disputes.
51:27 Moving story, support for families, subscribe.
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