RTÉ's investigation into two nursing homes run by Emeis Ireland, formerly Orpea, uncovered alarming levels of neglect and poor care following whistleblower reports. The report led to HIQA stopping new admissions at one facility, reflecting deep concerns about resident welfare. Care flaws highlighted included inadequate staffing and instances of residents being denied basic toileting needs. Consultant geriatrician David Robinson described the situation as alarming neglect in a care environment, raising serious questions about the operations of privately-run nursing homes in Ireland.
The findings of the RTÉ investigation likened the conditions in the nursing homes to institutional abuse, with significant concerns regarding resident care and safety.
Inadequate staffing levels were highlighted, often leaving one staff member responsible for over 20 residents, leading to troubling neglect.
The deeply distressing footage captured by undercover researchers revealed shocking neglect, with residents left unattended for long periods and basic care repeatedly denied.
Consultant geriatrician David Robinson commented on the conditions, stating it was "neglect... in a setting that is supposed to be caring," emphasizing the severity of the findings.
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