South Carolina Ranks Worst in Elder Protection

According to a study issued by Wallethub, South Carolina ranks worsts in elder abuse protections. The study rated states on variety of factors to measure the level of elder-abuse all over the nation. The state had the highest levels under:

• Complaints of abuse
•  Neglect and exploitation amidst residents 65 and older
•  Funds spent on elder abuse protection
•  Accessible resources to elder-care organizations
•  Quality nursing homes

The study has a negative response from public officials, who question the validity of the results. Dale Watson, ombudsman for the Office on Aging, stated that the study simply reflects the elderly residents in South Carolina are strongly supported to report their complaints. That implies that residents in other states aren’t encouraged to do the same.

The fact is that most elder abuse cases go unreported.  If the other states reported more of the incidents, then maybe the state would hold a lower ranking. But, that doesn’t convey that ranking worst in the nation isn’t a major concern.

Adults over the age of 65 will cover more than one fifth of the nation’s overall population within the next decade. More and more seniors are relocating to South Carolina to retire and to enjoy the warm climate at a low tax rate. Elder home complaints are expected to rise as the state is heavily marketing to attract retiring baby-boomers.

Regardless of the form it may take, nursing home abuse and negligence needs to be treated as the serious problem it is. Our nursing home abuse attorneys are prepared to help clients in cases involving:

• Physical Abuse
• Emotional Abuse
• Theft or Fraud

If your loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse in Charleston, the attorneys at the Steinberg Law Firm know just how hard it can be to come to terms with what has happened, and we work tirelessly on behalf of our clients to pursue justice and bring an end to abuse in these unimaginable situations.

Please contact the Steinberg Law Firm today by calling 843-720-2800 to speak with a qualified legal professional and learn more about what our experienced Charleston nursing home abuse attorneys are prepared to do.