The New York Times article “Your Parents Deserve More From Their Nursing Home” discusses new federal rules introduced by the Biden administration last year to establish minimum staffing standards in nursing homes. These changes, expected to save 13,000 lives annually, are now facing opposition. The Trump administration should support, not weaken, these reforms, as they are critical for improving care. The rules, finalized last April, are some of the most significant changes in nursing home care in decades. While they will increase operational costs for many facilities, the investment is crucial for better resident care.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., nominated by President Trump to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, criticized the rules, calling them a “disaster,” particularly for rural nursing homes. Twenty Republican state attorneys general and nursing home industry groups have also challenged the rules in court.
However, nursing homes can meet these standards. The for-profit nursing home industry often diverts funds to executives and shareholders, money that could instead be used for hiring more staff. In California, where staffing requirements have been in place for over 20 years, the results include more nursing homes, lower mortality rates, better nurse retention, and improved care.
Jim Gooding, Shareholder and Senior Trial Counsel for GLP Attorneys said, “as someone who talks to the families of people in nursing homes on a daily basis, understaffing is a major issue. GLP Attorneys support the additional staffing requirements currently in place and hopes this will make homes safer for all residents.”
GLP Attorneys Supports Nursing Home Abuse Victims
If you or a loved one is living in an adult family home and you suspect abuse is occurring, we recommend contacting an attorney right away. GLP Attorneys has vast experience supporting clients with their nursing home abuse cases. Our experienced attorneys have helped nursing home abuse clients reach seven-figure settlements and receive the justice they deserve.
If you are concerned that you or a loved one may be a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, contact practice leader Jim Gooding at 1 (800) 273 – 5005 for a free consultation.