Many people have to go to nursing homes once they reach the age in which they cannot do the things that they need to do in a given day by themselves. It becomes common when people reach their late 60s. Some people’s brains and muscles are able to last longer, but eventually everyone will reach an age in which they need assistance. Many of their relatives cannot provide the assistance that is needed because they are busy with what is going on in their own lives. This is where the importance of having suitable assistance in nursing homes becomes clear. 

Currently there is a lot of data out there about abuse and insufficient living experiences found in some of these nursing homes across Ohio. If situations continue to stay like this, many of these old folks who live in these situations will not be able to live the quality life that they deserve. By implementing government funding to these homes, many improvements can be made to these people’s lives. To begin with, the money can allow for the homes to hire truly qualified people with background checks. This will ensure that the people living in these situations will be getting the proper treatment. The money can also help with the initial costs of living there. As nursing homes are currently being ran fully independently, the cost of living is not an amount that many can afford and is a  huge toll for families to take on. Lastly, the equipment in many nursing homes is not up to grade with what they are supposed to have. With funding from the government, the homes can ensure that there is no unsanitary or unsafe equipment that could lead to health decline in those living in these situations.

It is very important to act now on this issue, because if people continue to neglect what is really going on, or just see it as a “less important” issue than some others, then nothing will ever truly change. Most of us have family members or friends at, or close to the age in which they may need help with their living situations which is why this is such an important topic. It affects people we know and ourselves could very likely end up in a similar situation. If you want those living in nursing homes to be able to live the safe and proper life that they deserve, then you should consider signing this petition to provide these homes with the funding that is necessary. More information can be found on Instagram with the account name nursinghome_awarenessohio. Thank You.