Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center Abuse and Neglect Attorneys

Why choose us?

The team at Garcia & Artigliere has over 150 years of combined experience representing and advocating for victims of nursing home abuse and neglect. And we’ve secured billions in compensation for elderly nursing home residents and their families. Our goal is to hold negligent facilities accountable for their actions. We are committed to providing compassionate, personalized legal representation while aggressively fighting for justice. Our attorneys use their deep understanding of elder abuse laws to ensure your loved one’s safety and dignity are protected. When you choose us, you choose a team that prioritizes your family’s well-being and works tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve.

Signs of abuse and neglect at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center

If you believe your loved one at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center may be experiencing neglect or abuse, it’s important to recognize the warning signs:

• Unexplained injuries like bruises, cuts, fractures, or bedsores may indicate mistreatment.
• Unexplained weight loss or signs of malnutrition could be a sign of improper care.
• Unclean clothing, soiled bedding, or untreated infections may suggest neglect.
• Emotional signs such as withdrawal, fear, depression, or agitation can be warning signs of abuse.
• Overmedication or missed doses might result in confusion, excessive drowsiness, or declining health.
• Failure to supervise residents properly or incidents of residents going missing can point to neglect.

If you notice any of these signs or if something doesn't seem right, trust your instincts and take immediate action to protect your loved one.

Common types of nursing home negligence

Residents in nursing facilities may face understaffing and neglect, serious issues that place them at significant risk for injuries and abuse. The quality of your loved one’s care can deteriorate when there aren’t enough caregivers to meet their needs. This can lead to harmful outcomes, like:

• Inadequate staffing may result in residents not receiving enough food or water, causing malnutrition and dehydration.
• Poor care can lead to painful pressure ulcers and infections, often due to a lack of hygiene or prolonged immobility.
• Overburdened staff may administer incorrect dosages or miss medication, putting residents' health in serious danger.
• Without proper supervision, residents are at a higher risk of falls, which can cause fractures, head injuries, and long-term complications.
• Neglect can lead to emotional suffering, leaving residents feeling isolated, anxious, and depressed, which impacts their overall health and happiness.

If your loved one has been harmed by neglect or understaffing at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center, taking legal action may be necessary to hold the facility accountable.

What are the rights of residents at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center?

Nursing home residents have legal rights under California and federal law, including:

• Right to quality care
• Right to dignity and respect
• Right to make decisions
• Right to a safe and clean environment
• Right to be free from restraints
• Right to visitors and communication
• Right to privacy and confidentiality
• Right to voice complaints
• Right to manage personal finances
• Right to be informed

If you suspect your loved one’s rights have been violated, you should strongly consider taking legal action.

Who is liable for nursing home abuse & neglect at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center?

Liability for abuse and neglect at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center may involve multiple parties, depending on the situation. Potentially responsible individuals include:

• Nursing home administrators, who are responsible for ensuring that the facility adheres to both state and federal regulations. Failure to uphold care standards or address complaints properly could make them liable for neglect and abuse.
• Healthcare providers, such as doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, who may be held accountable if they make a misdiagnoses, provide incorrect medications, or fail to act appropriately during emergencies.
• Staff members, who may engage in physical, emotional, or financial abuse and could be held personally responsible for their actions. Any form of caregiver abuse is a breach of trust that can lead to severe consequences.
• External contractors providing medical care, therapy, or maintenance services could share liability if their negligence or unsafe practices contribute to harm suffered by residents.
• If a resident is harmed by faulty medical equipment or hazardous medications supplied by the facility, the manufacturer may be held liable for the injuries caused.
• Although not directly responsible for abuse, regulatory agencies such as the California Department of Public Health may face scrutiny if they fail to enforce regulations or properly investigate complaints of neglect or abuse.

If your loved one has experienced neglect or abuse at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center, taking legal action may be necessary to hold the responsible parties accountable. Our dedicated nursing home abuse attorneys are prepared to investigate the case, collect vital evidence, and fight for the justice your family deserves.

What to do if you suspect abuse or neglect

If you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center, you need to take quick action. Consider the following steps to protect their safety:

• Document any visible injuries, such as bruises, cuts, or pressure sores, and take photos if possible.
• Observe any signs of emotional distress, such as withdrawal, fear, or anxiety, which may indicate mistreatment.
• Report your concerns to the facility’s administrators in writing and request a formal acknowledgment of your complaint.
• Contact the California Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program or Adult Protective Services to report potential abuse or neglect.
• If you believe criminal activity, such as physical abuse or financial exploitation, is occurring, notify local law enforcement immediately.

At Garcia & Artigliere, we are here to help you navigate this difficult situation. Our experienced attorneys can assist you with investigating the matter, gathering crucial evidence, and holding the responsible parties accountable. Don’t wait — reach out to us today to protect your loved one’s rights.

Talk to our experienced Compton nursing home abuse and neglect attorneys today

If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected at Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center, don't wait to take action. The experienced attorneys at Garcia & Artigliere are here to help you investigate the situation, gather critical evidence, and fight for justice. Your loved one’s safety and well-being should always come first.

Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation. We proudly serve clients throughout California and are available by phone or video conference when needed.

Please read this important information

Both federal and state laws require skilled nursing facilities to provide sufficient and competent nursing staffing to meet the needs of their census populations. The federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) monitors and regulates skilled nursing facilities and their various staffing levels. In its regulatory role, CMS created the Five-Star Rating System[1] that calculates various quality measures based on the data that each facility provides to CMS as part of their respective participation in the Medicare program. According to CMS, “[n]ursing homes with 5 stars are considered to have much above average quality and nursing homes with 1 star are considered to have quality much below average.”[2] Notably, among the most significant factors reviewed by CMS is the “staffing” provided to each facility’s census population.

Based on the data provided to CMS, CMS has determined that Santa Fe Heights Healthcare Center, located at 2309 N Santa Fe Avenue in Compton, California, garnered a 2 Star overall rating and a 2 Star for staffing, which ranks toward the bottom of that scale – “below average.”[3] On February 23, 2024, this facility was cited for numerous deficiencies, which are available to review in inquiring whether those same deficiencies may apply to you or your loved one (e.g., failing to “provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing,” and “develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.….”).[4]