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Nisswa Welcome Home Healthcare Cited with Neglect after Client Raped

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 11th April 2019 | Category: Sexual Abuse | RSS Feed

Nisswa Welcome Home Healthcare, Inc. Cited with Neglect a Failure to Assess a Resident who was Sexually Assaulted - Raped — Nisswa Welcome Home Healthcare, Inc. Cited with Neglect a Failure to Assess a Resident who was Sexually Assaulted – Raped – Sexual Abuse

MDH Cites Nisswa Welcome Home Healthcare – Client Sexually Assaulted

In a report from the Minnesota Department of Health it is alleged that a client at Nisswa Welcome Home Healthcare was neglected when facility staff failed to assess the client when a change in condition was reported. The client reported she was raped, but was never assessed or sent to the hospital.

Client Assault – Rape Leads to MDH Complaint

Neglect was substantiated. The facility staff failed to assess the client when a change in condition was reported. The client reported she was raped, but was never assessed or sent to the hospital.

For a Free Consultation with an experienced elder abuse and neglect attorney call Kenneth LaBore at 612-743-9048.

A common form of neglect in elder care facilities involves a failure to monitor or supervise clients. Assessment after a change in condition is essential to determine if a client requires assistance or medical care. Sexual assault should never occur and any allegations should be immediately investigated to preserve evidence and to protect the resident.

Most forms of elder abuse are preventable with proper care and supervision.

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If you have concerns about care provided to a resident in a nursing home, assisted living or any other type of elder care provider contact Attorney Kenneth LaBore for a Free Consultation to discuss your legal rights and options.

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Edgewood Vista Hermantown Neglect Factured Nose – Abuse – Theft from Resident and Sexual Abuse

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 12th February 2019 | Category: Fall Injuries, Sexual Abuse | RSS Feed

Edgewood Hermantown Cited for Neglect after Client Falls and Suffers Fractured Nose — Edgewood Vista Hermantown Cited for Neglect after Client Falls and Suffers Fractured Nose

In a report from the MDH it is alleged that a client at Edgewood Vista Hermantown neglected a client when they fell out of bed. The facility transferred the client to the hospital where it was determined the client sustained a nasal fracture.

Edgewood Vista Client Suffered Broken Nose After Fall from Bed

Neglect was substantiated. The client had multiple falls, which resulted in injury. There was evidence that a failure on the part of the facility to consistently implement timely and appropriate fall interventions was contributing factor to the continuing falls.

Sexual Abuse Elder Abuse, Edgewood Vista Hermantown

Edgewood Vista Hermantown Complaint Findings for Exploitation

In a report concluded on October 25, 2013, the Minnesota Department of Health cites Edgewood Vista Hermantown for exploitation by staff.

It is alleged that financial exploitation occurred when a staff, alleged perpetrator (AP), took rings valued at $1000.00 and other amounts of money from clients #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 without permission.

A preponderance of evidence indicates that financial exploitation occurred when the AP took valuable items and money from several clients without their permission. The AP confessed to police to theft from facility clients. The AP was charged with felony theft.

Edgewood Vista Hermantown Complaint Findings for Sexual Abuse

In another report concluded on February 12, 2013, the Minnesota Department of Health cites Edgewood Vista Hermantown for sexual abuse.

It is alleged abuse occurred when a staff person/Alleged Perpetrator (AP) had sexual intercourse with a client.

For more information from the Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Health Facility Complaints concerning nursing homes, assisted living and other elder care providers view resolved complaints at the MDH website.

If you have concerns about sexual abuse, neglect of health care or any other form of elder abuse or neglect contact Elder Abuse Attorney Kenneth LaBore at 612-743-9048 toll free at 1-888-452-6589 or by email at KLaBore@MNnursinghomeneglect.com.

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Whispering Pines Assisted Living Cited by MDH for Theft of Medication, Sexual Abuse, Verbal Abuse

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 3rd February 2019 | Category: Medication Administration Mistakes, Medication Drug Error, Sexual Abuse | RSS Feed

This is also a recent MDH Finding of Abuse at Whispering Pines Assisted Living, verbal abuse to resident.

Whispering Pines Assisted Living Cited by MDH for Financial Exploitation, Drug Diversion

Whispering Pines Assisted Living Substantiated Allegation of Financial Exploitation – Drug Diversion, Sexual Abuse

In a report concluded on July 21, 2015, the Minnesota Department of Health cites Whispering Pines Assisted Living alleging that a client was financially exploited when a staff, alleged perpetrator (AP) took the client’s narcotic medications for his/her own personal use.

Whispering Pines Assisted Living MDH Findings

Based on a preponderance of the evidence, financial exploitation is substantiated. The alleged perpetrator (AP) took 76 oxycodone hydrochloride (a narcotic pain medication) 5 mg tablets that belonged to the client without the client’s permission.

The client received services from the facility for medication administration and was oriented to person, place and time. The client was identified as having pain and required medication administration in the form of oxycodone hydrochloride up to six times per day.

Sexual Abuse Substantiated Against Multiple Residents at Whispering Pines Assisted Living

In a report concluded on June 11, 2015, the Minnesota Department of Health cites Whispering Pines Assisted Living alleging a client was abused by a staff member, the alleged perpetrator, (AP) had a sexual relationship with the client.

In a report concluded on June 11, 2015, the Minnesota Department of Health cites Whispering Pines Assisted Living alleging that another client was sexually abused by the AP who had a sexual relationship with the vulnerable adult at least once during the time of March 20 to April 3, 2015.

If you have concerns about financial exploitation, sexual abuse or any other form of elder abuse or neglect contact Minnesota Elder Abuse Attorney Kenneth LaBore toll free at 1-888-452-6589 or by email at KLaBore@MNnursinghomeneglect.com.

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MDH Cites Facility after Resident at Oxford Property Management was Sexually Abused and Another has Injuries from Fall

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 2nd February 2019 | Category: Sexual Abuse | RSS Feed

Finding of Neglect by MDH - Sexual Assault of Client of Oxford Property Management — Finding of Neglect by MDH – Sexual Assault of Client – Resident Suffers Head Injuries from Fall – at Oxford Property Management

Oxford Property Management Resident Falls When Call Light Taken Away

It is alleged that a client was neglected when facility staff/alleged perpetrator took clients call light away. The client fell while using the bathroom and sustained injuries to her head and wrist.

MDH Cites Oxford Property Management After Residents Sexually Abused and Threatened

In a report from the Minnesota Department of Health it is alleged that a client at Oxford Property Management was abused when the staff alleged (AP) kissed the client inappropriately and verbalized inappropriate comments to the client.

Sexual Abuse of Residents at Oxford Property Management

Based on a preponderance of the evidence, abuse is substantiated. The alleged perpetrator (AP) had sexual contact with Client #1 on two separate occasions, attempted to kiss Client #2 against the client’s wishes, and treated Client #3 in a way which was harassing or threatening.

Oxford Property Management Cited with Neglect after Client was Neglected Suffering Subdural Hematoma (head bleed), a fractured hip and fractured arm.

Substantiated Neglect Findings at Oxford Property Management after Client Fell and Suffered Head Injury

In a report from the MDH it was alleged that a client at Oxford Property Management was neglected when facility staff failed to provide adequate assessment and medical treatment after the client fell. It is alleged that the client suffered a head injury. Over the course of four days, the client’s condition noticeably declined. The client died days later from a subdural and subarachnoid head bleed, a fractured hip and a fractured arm.

Based on a preponderance of the evidence, the allegation of neglect was substantiated. The facility’s nursing professionals and staff failed to provide adequate assessments and reassessments to a client who had fallen twice and sustained a visible head injury

For a Free Consultation with an experienced elder abuse and neglect attorney call Kenneth LaBore at 612-743-9048.

A common form of neglect in elder care facilities involves a lack of supervision and monitoring of resident including sexual abuse. Most forms of elder abuse are preventable with proper care and supervision.

Here are some additional findings of substantiated neglect at Oxford Property Management for issues including neglect, decubitus ulcer, neglect.

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Mission Nursing Home Plymouth Neglect Substantiated after Abuse to Residents

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 2nd February 2019 | Category: Sexual Abuse | RSS Feed

Mission Nursing Home Cited for Neglect by MDH for Abuse to Resident

MDH Cites Mission Nursing Home after Residents Assaulted by Other Resident

In a report from the Minnesota Department of Health it is alleged that clients at Mission Nursing Home in Plymouth (resident #1, resident #2, and resident #3), were neglected when facility staff failed to provide adequate supervision resulting in resident #4 inappropriately touching Resident #1, Resident #2 and Resident #3.

Failure to Monitor Results in Abuse to Residents at Mission Nursing Home

Neglect was substantiated. Neglect occurred when the facility failed to supervise resident #4 who had a history of inappropriate sexual behaviors, including touching others sexually, after the provider discontinued her/his psychiatric medication. Over a span of six days, the resident sexually touched and manipulate the genitals of three different residents. Resident #1, Resident #2, and Resident #3. Resident #4 also exposed his/her genitals and manipulated his/her genitals in common areas where other residents were present. None of the three residents who were sexually touched by Resident #4 either did not have the capacity to consent, and/or did not consent, to the sexual activity.

For a Free Consultation with an experienced elder abuse and neglect attorney call Kenneth LaBore at 612-743-9048.

Recent MDH Substantiated Neglect Findings against Mission Nursing Home after medication errors.

A common form of neglect in elder care facilities involves medication management and administration. Most forms of elder abuse are preventable with proper care and supervision.

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Elder Abuse Resident to Resident Sexual Abuse, Mission Nursing Home Plymouth

Mission Nursing Home Plymouth Complaint Findings for Neglect of Supervision

In a report concluded on August 8, 2014, the Minnesota Department of Health cites Mission Nursing Home Plymouth for neglect of supervision – resident to resident – sexual abuse – touching/fondling by other.

It is alleged that two residents were neglected when staff failed to adequately supervise residents. One of the residents had a history of sexually inappropriate behaviors.

Substantiated Neglect of Supervision After Sexual Activity at Mission Nursing Home Plymouth

Based on the preponderance of evidence neglect of supervision did occur when staff failed to adequately supervise two residents after an incident of sexual activity. The facility failed to develop and implement a supervision plan after the first incident of sexual activity that would ensure both residents safety.

If you have concerns about sexual abuse or any other form of elder abuse or neglect contact Elder Abuse and Neglect Attorney Kenneth LaBore at 612-743-9048 or toll free at 1-888-452-6589 or by email at KLaBore@MNnursinghomeneglect.com.

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Lake Owasso Residence Shoreview Neglect of Supervision

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 1st March 2017 | Category: Sexual Abuse | RSS Feed

Lake Owasso Residence Shoreview Cited with Substantiated Neglect by MDH after Failure to Supervise Clients Leads to Forced Sexual Activity

Lake Owasso Residence Shoreview Neglect Failure to Supervise Clients

In a report dated February 3, 2017, the Minnesota Department of Health, it was alleged that Lake Owasso Residence Shoreview staff failed to provide adequate supervision and two client engaged in sexual activity with each other.

Lake Owasso Residence Shoreview Substantiated Neglect by Staff

According to the MDH report of substantiated neglect: based on a preponderance of the evidence, neglect occurred when the facility failed to provide adequate supervision of two clients resulting in Client #1 forcing sexual activity.

Client #1 was diagnosed with mild intellectual disability. Client #2 was diagnosed with moderate intellectual disability.

The two clients lived in adjacent areas on the same hallway. Client #1 resided at the facility for five days when staff notified the supervisor that there were concerns about the interactions between the two clients that put Client #2 at risk. Client #1 would follow Client #2 around and site very close to Client #2. The supervisor told the staff member to keep eye contact on Client #1 and maintain separation between the two clients. The information was not shared with all staff members. No plan was implemented to provide additional supervision or other strategies to maintain the safety of all clients.

Two days later, Client #2 told staff that Client #1 knocked on Client #2′ door and asked for sex. Staff immediately reported this information to a supervisor. No additional supervision was implemented. Three days later, Client #1 was not in the common area and a staff person called out Client #1’s name. Client #1 responded from Client #2’s bedroom. Client #1 came out of the bedroom adjusting her/his pants. The same day, Client #2 told staff the two clients had intercourse. The supervisor was notified, but no additional supervision or interventions were implemented. The following day, Client #2 told another staff member that Client #1 raped Client #2. The supervisor notified the director who initiated an investigation Client #2 was sent to the hospital for an evaluation and Client #1 was sent to the hospital because he was a danger to other clients.

Client #1 was interviewed and said Client #1 and Client #2 had sexual intercourse.

Client #2 was interviewed and said on three occasions, including the incident when Client #1 was in Client #2’s room, Client #1 had forced Client #2 to have sexual intercourse. Client #2 said s/he was to scared to tell anyone.

Client #2’s hospital record was reviewed and the sexual assault exam indicated there was evidence of vaginal penetration and the client had genital tear/laceration. During an interview, the sexual assault nurse examiner stated that Client #2’s injury was consistent with penetration.

Lake Owasso Residence Shoreview – Report Suspected Abuse and Neglect

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Kenneth LaBore has handled many cases of elder sexual abuse and is well versed in the arguments and experts needed to get accountability for such personal violations to vulnerable people often unable to defend themselves or call out for help.

If you have concerns about sexual abuse or any other form of elder abuse or neglect contact Minnesota Elder Abuse Attorney Kenneth LaBore toll free at 612-743-9048 or toll free at 1-888-452-6589 or by email at KLaBore@MNnursinghomeneglect.com.

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Eagan Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 6th February 2017 | Category: Elder Physical Abuse, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Sexual Abuse | RSS Feed

Eagan Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

Eagan Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

Attorneys Kenneth LaBore, Esq. and Suzanne Scheller, Esq. have separate firms but work together on many serious injury elder abuse and neglect and wrongful death cases splitting the contingent fee at no additional expense to the client. Neither attorney is paid unless they win a verdict or get a settlement offered by the wrongdoer. Nursing home neglect and abuse cases are complicated claims and often involve allegations which require expert witness support and use of wrongful death statutes. Mr. LaBore and Ms. Scheller only handle cases with very serious injury, assault or death. They work hard to get accountability from facilities and to ensure as much as possible that policy and procedure and other changes including training are made to protect residents still in the facility.

We represent clients and their families throughout the state of Minnesota and will come to meet with you if you are unable to meet in one of our offices.

Eagan Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Providers

To find a nursing home provider in Minnesota you can check the Minnesota Department of Health website for information on licensure of potential facilities, finding a facility, including complaint history, state survey reports, resident bill of rights, Minnesota Nursing Home Report Card, CMS Medicare Five Star Rating system under Nursing Home Compare and more information related to nursing home and elder care providers.

To check for the updated list of providers in Minneapolis see Minnesota Department of Health Provider lookup.

For more information on selecting a nursing home see Choosing a Facility.

Eagan Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Facilities in Eagan

We can investigate and handle cases against Eagan area facilities as well as other elder care facilities in Dakota County and throughout the state of Minnesota.

For more information about nursing home facility MDH Complaints see “facilities”.

For more information about nursing home nursing home Medicaid Survey inspection findings see “survey findings”.

Eagan Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Report Suspected Abuse

Pursuant to Minn. Statute 144.7065, Subd. 7, potential criminal events, events reportable under this subdivision are:

(1) any instance of care ordered by or provided by someone impersonating a physician, nurse, pharmacist, or other licensed health care provider;
(2) abduction of a patient of any age;
(3) sexual assault on a patient within or on the grounds of a facility; and
(4) death or serious injury of a patient or staff member resulting from a physical assault that occurs within or on the grounds of a facility.

In addition to the reporting requirements for the facility you should also report any physical or sexual abuse to the local police department and the Minnesota Department of Health Office of Health Facility Complaint, OHFC. See the attached for more information about reporting elder abuse and neglect.

The Minnesota Department of Health MDH, Office of Health Facility Complaints, OHFC, protects the identity of the person making the complaint and the mistreated patient or resident. Serious questions of health or safety are investigated within two business days.

Eagan Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

If you have concerns about nursing home or assisted living elder abuse and neglect injuries and you are interested in a free consultation to discuss your case call Kenneth LaBore at 612-743-9048 or toll free at 1-888-452-6589 or by email at KLaBore@MNnursinghomeneglect.com. Mr. LaBore can also be reached at 1-888-452-6569. If the elder neglect and abuse case is accepted you would have two lawyers fighting for accountability on your behalf.

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Maple Grove Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 6th February 2017 | Category: Elder Physical Abuse, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Sexual Abuse, Wrongful Death | RSS Feed

Head Injuries, Skull Fractures and Other Injuries – Maple Grove Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

Maple Grove Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

We represent clients and their families throughout the state of Minnesota and will come to meet with you if you are unable to meet in one of our offices.

Maple Grove Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Providers

To check for the updated list of providers in Minneapolis see Minnesota Department of Health Provider lookup.

For more information on selecting a nursing home see Choosing a Facility.

Maple Grove Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Facilities in Maple Grove

We can investigate and handle cases against Maple Grove facilities as well as others in Hennepin County and throughout the state of Minnesota.

For more information about nursing home facility MDH Complaints see “facilities”.

For more information about nursing home nursing home Medicaid Survey inspection findings see “survey findings”.

Maple Grove Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Report Suspected Abuse

Pursuant to Minn. Statute 144.7065, Subd. 7, potential criminal events, events reportable under this subdivision are:

Minneapolis Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

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Woodbury Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 6th February 2017 | Category: Elder Physical Abuse, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Sexual Abuse, Wrongful Death | RSS Feed

Woodbury Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

Woodbury Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

We represent clients and their families throughout the state of Minnesota and will come to meet with you if you are unable to meet in one of our offices.

Woodbury Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Providers

To check for the updated list of providers in Minneapolis see Minnesota Department of Health Provider lookup.

For more information on selecting a nursing home see Choosing a Facility.

Woodbury Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Facilities in Minneapolis

We can investigate and handle cases against these Woodbury facilities as well as others in Washington County and throughout the state of Minnesota:

Name: ST THERESE OF WOODBURY LLC
Address: 7555 BAILEY ROAD
WOODBURY, MN 55129
Phone: 952-283-2204 Fax: 952-224-0891
Administrator: MS. KARRIE TIPLER
Minnesota Licensed Bed Capacity: (Nursing Home Beds = 56)
Federally Certified Beds: (Dual Medicare/Medicaid Skilled Nursing and Nursing Facility Beds = 56)

Name: WOODBURY HEALTH CARE CENTER
Address: 7012 LAKE ROAD
WOODBURY, MN 55125
Phone: 651-735-6000 Fax: 651-735-0075
Administrator: MR. MICHAEL KAREL
Minnesota Licensed Bed Capacity: (Nursing Home Beds = 165)
Federally Certified Beds: (Dual Medicare/Medicaid Skilled Nursing and Nursing Facility Beds = 165)

For more information about nursing home facility MDH Complaints see “facilities”.

For more information about nursing home nursing home Medicaid Survey inspection findings see “survey findings”.

Woodbury Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Report Suspected Abuse

Pursuant to Minn. Statute 144.7065, Subd. 7, potential criminal events, events reportable under this subdivision are:

Woodbury Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

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Plymouth Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

Written By: Kenneth LaBore | Published On: 6th February 2017 | Category: Elder Physical Abuse, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect, Sexual Abuse, Wrongful Death | RSS Feed

Plymouth Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

Plymouth Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

We represent clients and their families throughout the state of Minnesota and will come to meet with you if you are unable to meet in one of our offices.

Plymouth Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Providers

To check for the updated list of providers in Minneapolis see Minnesota Department of Health Provider lookup.

For more information on selecting a nursing home see Choosing a Facility.

Plymouth Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Facilities in Plymouth

We can investigate and handle cases against these Plymouth facilities as well as others in Hennepin County and throughout the state of Minnesota:

Name: INTERLUDE
Address: 2775 CAMPUS DRIVE NORTH
PLYMOUTH, MN 55441
Phone: 763-577-3400 Fax: 763-577-3401
Administrator: MR. GREG BAUMBERGER
Minnesota Licensed Bed Capacity: (Nursing Home Beds = 50)
Federally Certified Beds: (Dual Medicare/Medicaid Skilled Nursing and Nursing Facility Beds = 50)

Name: MISSION NURSING HOME
Address: 3401 EAST MEDICINE LAKE BLVD
PLYMOUTH, MN 55441
Phone: 763-559-3123 Fax: 763-559-0604
Administrator: MR. TIMOTHY MEYER
Minnesota Licensed Bed Capacity: (Nursing Home Beds = 97)
Federally Certified Beds: (Dual Medicare/Medicaid Skilled Nursing and Nursing Facility Beds = 97)

Name: TRILLIUM WOODS
Address: 14585 59TH AVENUE NORTH
PLYMOUTH, MN 55446
Phone: 763-744-9400 Fax: 763-559-1799
Administrator: MS. ELIZABETHANN FETNER
Minnesota Licensed Bed Capacity: (Nursing Home Beds = 44)
Federally Certified Beds: (Dual Medicare/Medicaid Skilled Nursing and Nursing Facility Beds = 44)

For more information about nursing home facility MDH Complaints see “facilities”.

For more information about nursing home nursing home Medicaid Survey inspection findings see “survey findings”.

Plymouth Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Report Suspected Abuse

Pursuant to Minn. Statute 144.7065, Subd. 7, potential criminal events, events reportable under this subdivision are:

Plymouth Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Kenneth LaBore and Suzanne Scheller

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