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Hi all. We had a terrible outcome when my parent went into a skilled nursing facility (passed away due to neglect and bed sores). After consulting with members on this forum, my siblings and I decided to retain a law firm to pursue damages against the nursing home (FWIW, www.seniorjustice.com did a wonderful job). Now we have made a substantial recovery, but I'd like to donate it to a deserving charity or non-profit that's goal is to stop elder abuse. I would not wish this experience on my worst enemy and I'd like to take some of the funds received and put them towards better accountability for these nursing homes.


Any suggestions on a reputable charity that focuses on stopping elder abuse and neglect? Thanks in advance.

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You could consider funding someone to research and write a book about ‘How to pick a bad Nursing home’ or a catchier headline. The writer could research a range of problems, and a good book could be very saleable. It could help a lot of people, and potentially stir up the sector and also the government agencies that regulate them. Just another way to skin the cat!

Going back many years, Jessica Mitford wrote 'The American Way of Death' about funeral homes, and it had world wide influence for many years (including my mother's funeral wishes years later). Perhaps you could finance something similar.
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If you want to make it less likely that this will happen to others, put the money into training, education, and awareness campaigns.

I'm very sorry for what happened to your parent.
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I like Geaton’s advice. I echo her sentiments on commending you for being charitable. You have a beautiful heart. Your loved one would be proud of you.

I want to offer my sincere condolences for your loss. May your loved one Rest In Peace.

I sincerely hope that you can find peace after such an unsettling experience.
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