Violence between residents in nursing homes is an enduring problem. The agencies, nursing homes, and residents are playing hot potato with the responsibility

Author

Cindy Marchionda, Cuny Graduate School of JournalismFollow
Rafael Escalara Montoto, Cuny Graduate School of JournalismFollow

Graduation Date

Fall 12-15-2025

Grading Professor

Andrew Lehren

Subject Concentration

Investigative

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Abstract

Resident-to-resident aggression in nursing homes is a persistent issue, far more common than the general public realizes. While many of these violent situations can be managed, some tragically escalate to fatal outcomes, leaving families mourning the loss of their loved ones at the hands of a facility that was meant to provide safety and care during their final years. Experts agree that this issue is largely driven by chronic understaffing and insufficient training for employees on how to manage patients with dementia and aggression issues.

Recommended Citation

Marchionda, Cindy and Escalara Montoto, Rafael, "Violence between residents in nursing homes is an enduring problem. The agencies, nursing homes, and residents are playing hot potato with the responsibility" (2025). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/gj_etds/729