Violence Persists in Dementia Care Facilities Despite Warnings

Despite warnings and inspections, violence frequently erupts between residents with dementia in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, sometimes leading to fatal assaults, as safeguards often fall short.

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Violence repeatedly erupts in dementia care despite warnings, inspections show

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities can be fertile ground for violence between residents with dementia, including fatal assaults. Court records and inspecitions how safeguards fall short.

By Jordan Rau

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Violence Persists in Dementia Care Facilities Despite Warnings

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Violence repeatedly erupts in dementia care despite warnings, inspections show

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