People living in nursing homes anticipate good meals, a clean environment, and a safe atmosphere. But some locations fall below this standard and can even be found guilty of nursing home abuse. These types of neglect include:
Table of Contents
Types of Nursing Home Abuse
- Physical Abuse
- Psychological Abuse or Intimidation
- Sexual Abuse
- Psychological Abuse
- Neglect
- Abandonment
- Financial Abuse
- Resident-to-resident Abuse
If your loved one or family member lives in a nursing home, you should always be mindful of these possibilities and watch for signs of neglect and abuse including poor diet, suspected injury, lack of communication with peers or staff, and other factors.
Here at Berman & Riedel, LLP, we provide top-level service to those who have struggled through these unfortunate circumstances. Our Sacramento nursing home abuse attorneys are here to fight for nursing home residents that have dealt with physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, as well as other forms of neglect.
How to Report Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect in Sacramento
Once you realize there’s an issue of nursing home abuse or neglect whether you’ve seen it first hand or recognized the indicators, it’s time to report them to the necessary authorities. You’ll need to know who to contact, depending on the situation and how it needs to be solved.
If a nursing home commits these acts, they can face citations, fines, and penalties from multiple sources.
Medical or Criminal Emergency
Whenever there is an instance of immediate medical or criminal danger, the first step is to call 911 for help. Local police and emergency responders will be there quickly to offer the relevant assistance needed.
Imminent Danger or Suspected Criminal Activity
If there isn’t an issue that requires immediate attention but you do feel there’s a potential threat to the health or safety of your loved one, reach out to the non-emergency line for your local authorities. Contact the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department at (916) 874-5115 for assistance with investigations and eventual prosecutions.
Once the local police have been made aware of the problem, the next step is to contact the nearest Adult Protective Services (APS) group at:
Sacramento County Department of Health & Human Services
P.O. Box 269131, Sacramento, CA 95826
Phone: (916) 874-9377
Issues with Standard of Care
Sometimes you may feel your senior loved one or family member isn’t getting the proper care they deserve. If that’s the case, make sure you reach out to your county’s California Department of Public Health office If you’re in Sacramento County, you’ll need to contact:
Sacramento District Office
3901 Lennane Drive, Suite 210, Sacramento, CA 95834
Phone: (916) 263-5800
Additional Resources
If you’d like assistance with research or want a liaison to assist with investigating your complaints, you can always contact a California ombudsman for help.
But even after you’ve communicated these concerns to the Public Health office, you should also hire a Sacramento nursing home abuse lawyer to learn your rights and garner defense from future problems.
Top Sacramento Nursing Home Neglect Lawyers
Overall, Sacramento nursing homes provide exceptionally great care to those who are living on their premises. With certified medical professionals on staff prepared to offer a higher level of service, they tend to have a more comprehensive approach that includes healthcare, compared to assisted living facilities, which provide more basic care as part of daily living.
About 13% of the Sacramento County population are considered senior citizens as about 189,200 people living there are over the age of 65 years old. Most of the people living in nursing homes are at least 80 years old, but about 3,426 senior citizens reside within 36 skilled nursing home facility locations around the county.
According to ratings shared by Medicare.gov, nearly half of the nursing homes in Sacramento scored five stars, while another eight scored four stars for their staffing, health inspections, and quality of life. You should always conduct detailed research like this prior to choosing a location for your loved one. All too often, people have needed the help of our Sacramento nursing home neglect attorneys simply because they didn’t do their due diligence and ended up in a bad situation.
Unfortunately, all the research in the world won’t always prevent the possibility of abuse or negligence at a location. At the first sign of these problems, you should instantly contact a group of professional Sacramento nursing home abuse attorneys.
How Can a Sacramento Nursing Home Negligence Attorney Help?
After reporting any negative occurrences to the necessary local and state authorities, your next step should be to hire a Sacramento nursing home abuse lawyer. With knowledge of the industry and experience dealing with these types of cases, they’ll be able to protect the rights of seniors, get them fair payment for their misfortune, and fight for penalties against the suspects.
A good Sacramento nursing home negligence attorney is aware of how the laws and rules work in these locations and will uphold those regulations for the benefit of your loved one. Their main tactics will follow a routine of collecting evidence, speaking with the necessary parties, and reaching a fair settlement.
Berman & Riedel, LLP | Experienced Sacramento Nursing Home Abuse Law Firm
The many clients served by Berman & Riedel, LLP have received a combined settlement of more than $100 million in the time since our founding. The compassion and care we show for each individual we work with is unlike any other team of Sacramento nursing home abuse attorneys.
Following strategic research practices and using the knowledge we’ve established over the years leave our team unmatched when it comes to representing those who are coping with nursing home abuse or neglect.
Contact us today to learn more by calling (858) 350-8855 or fill out the Case Evaluation form on this page to get set up for a consultation.
Sacramento County Nursing Homes LIST
| Name & Info (See Legend) | Address & Phone | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Manor Senior Residence FP, MC & MA  36 | 6101 Fair Oaks Boulevard Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 488-7211 | 5  |
| Eskaton Care Center Manzanita NP, MC & MA 45 | 5318 Manzanita Avenue Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 331-8513 | 4  |
| Mission Carmichael Healthcare Center FP, MC & MA 53 | 3630 Mission Avenue Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 488-1580 | 4 |
| Eskaton Village Care Center FP, MC & MA 60 | 3939 Walnut Ave. Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 974-2060 | 3  |
| American River Center FP, MC & MA 74 | 3900 Garfield Avenue Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 481-6455 | 2  |
| Rosewood Post Acute Rehabilitation FP, MC & MA 99 | 6041 Fair Oaks Blvd Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 483-8103 | 3 |
| Windsor El Camino Care Center FP, MC & MA 99 | 2540 Carmichael Way Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 482-0465 | 3 |
| Whitney Oaks Care Center FP, MC & MA 140 | 3529 Walnut Avenue Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 488-8601 | 1  |
| Manorcare Health Services (Citrus Heights) NP, MC 45 | 7807 Uplands Way Citrus Heights, CA 95610 (916) 967-2929 | 3 |
| Windsor Elk Grove Care & Rehabilitation Ctr FP, MC & MA 99 | 9461 Batey Avenue Elk Grove, CA 95624 (916) 685-9525 | 1 |
| Eskaton Care Center Fair Oaks NP, MC & MA 391 | 11300 Fair Oaks Blvd. Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (916) 965-4663 | 1 |
| Folsom Care Center FP, MC & MA 176 | 510 Mill Street Folsom, CA 95630 (916) 985-3641 | 1 |
| Golden Living Center - Galt FP, MC & MA 198 | 144 F Street Galt, CA 95632 (209) 745-1537 | 1 |
| Casa Coloma Health Care Center FP, MC & MA 202 | 10410 Coloma Rd Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (916) 363-4843 | 2 |
| Capital Transitional Care FP, MC & MA 28 | 6821 24Th Street Sacramento, CA 95822 (916) 391-6011 | 4 |
| Woodside Healthcare Center FP, MC & MA 30 | 2240 Northrop Ave Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 927-1337 | 3 |
| Double Tree Post Acute Care Center FP, MC & MA 30 | 7400 24Th Street Sacramento, CA 95822 (916) 422-4825 | 5 |
| Sherwood Healthcare Center FP, MC & MA 35 | 4700 Elvas Ave Sacramento, CA 95819 (916) 454-5752 | 4 |
| Saint Claire's Nursing Center FP, MC 39 | 6248 66Th Avenue Sacramento, CA 95823 (916) 392-4440 | 5 |
| Applewood Post Acute FP, MC & MA 46 | 1090 Rio Lane Sacramento, CA 95822 (916) 446-2506 | 5 |
| Saylor Lane Healthcare Center FP, MC & MA 49 | 3500 Folsom Boulevard Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 457-6521 | 4 |
| University Post-Acute Rehab FP, MC & MA 59 | 2120 Stockton Blvd Sacramento, CA 95817 (916) 452-6631 | 4 |
| Arden Post Acute Rehab FP, MC & MA 65 | 3400 Alta Arden Expressway Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 481-5500 | 4 |
| Norwood Pines Alzheimers Center FP, MC & MA 68 | 500 Jessie Avenue Sacramento, CA 95838 (916) 922-7177 | 5 |
| College Oak Nursing & Rehabilitation Center FP, MC & MA 73 | 4635 College Oak Drive Sacramento, CA 95841 (916) 481-7434 | 4 |
| Mid-Town Oaks Post-Acute FP, MC & MA 79 | 2600 L Street Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 321-9440 | 2 |
| Windsor Care Center Of Sacramento FP, MC & MA 80 | 501 Jessie Avenue Sacramento, CA 95838 (916) 922-8855 | 4 |
| Bruceville Terrace-D/P SNF Of Methodist Hosp NP, MC & MA 98 | 8151 Bruceville Road Sacramento, CA 95823 (916) 423-6000 | 3 |
| Asbury Park Nursing & Rehabilitation Center FP, MC & MA 99 | 2257 Fair Oaks Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 649-2000 | 2 |
| Acc Care Center NP, MC & MA 99 | 7801 Rush River Drive Sacramento, CA 95831 (916) 393-9020 | 1 |
| Pioneer House NP, MC & MA 128 | 415 P Street Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 442-4906 | 3 |
| Gramercy Court FP, MC & MA 130 | 2200 Gramercy Drive Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 482-2200 | 1 |
| Briarwood Post Acute FP, MC & MA 139 | 5901 Lemon Hill Ave Sacramento, CA 95824 (916) 383-2741 | 3 |
| Sacramento Post-Acute FP, MC & MA 148 | 5255 Hemlock Street Sacramento, CA 95841 (916) 331-4590 | 3 |
| Mckinley Park Care Center FP, MC & MA 174 | 3700 H Street Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 452-3592 | 1 |
| Eskaton Care Center Greenhaven NP, MC & MA 176 | 455 Florin Road Sacramento, CA 95831 (916) 393-2550 | 1 |
Table Legend
Ownership: FP – For Profit, NP – Non Profit, GOV – Government
(Beds): # of beds allowed under license
Certification: (MC – Medicare, MA – Medicaid, MC & MA – Medicare & Medicaid)
Rating: Overall rating by Medicare (1 to 5 stars, as of 9/2019)
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