My Dad is in a NH. long term, special care unit and started hospice there a few months ago. It is a top-notch, wonderful facility and I believe that he is getting good care. He continually asks when he is coming home. Now he is telling me that some of the nurses are hitting him and twisting his arms. While I don't care for some of the CNAs, I can't imagine that happening. But I feel responsible to look into it. If it were true and I did nothing, I'd be horrified. But it could also be his way of trying to manipulate me to bring him home, which can't happen. Mom and Dad live in a rented one bedroom apartment, he's completely bed ridden, doesn't walk, can't feed himself etc....needs 24 care so no room for a caregiver.He's also on Medicaid. I hope someone out there can give me some tangible advice on this one. Nancy-cam? If I talk to the staff at the NH, maybe they'll take it out on him. I'm also afraid of that. Thanks. --SS
As long as the camera is focused on your dad, I don't see a legal issue but every state is different. You may want to check with www.ltcombusdsman.org. Go to the site, type in the Zip code of the nursing home, and your ombudsman (representative) can give you the information you need. Good luck,
Carol
People are video recorded on a daily basis without their permission and often their knowledge, due to the increased prevalence of security cams...and elder-care / protection is a big deal for everyone. If the NH carefully screens their staff and supervises closely, then they should be just as eager to clear their name as you are.
I live in NM, too, btw, so that is why I was offered the opportunity if I felt it necessary. So best to check state laws, it seems.