Families spend time and effort trying to choose the right nursing home for their aging loved one. They look at the room size, the food that is offered, and the activities that are available to determine whether it might be a good environment for their parents. While all the conditions inside the nursing home might be a perfect match, the facility’s ability to ensure residents remain indoors and under supervision must be considered. If residents are free to wander unsupervised and possibly leave the facility, it could present a serious health risk, as will be explained below. If your loved one was harmed when they wandered or eloped from a nursing home, speak with a compassionate Cook County, IL nursing home neglect lawyer to understand what legal recourse you might consider.
