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Violence Repeatedly Erupts at Dementia Care Facilities Despite Warnings, Inspections Show

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities can be fertile ground for violence between residents with dementia, including fatal assaults.

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A KFF Health News investigation of health reports and court records finds that nursing homes and assisted‑living facilities often experience violence among residents with dementia, including fatal assaults. The analysis shows that warning signs are frequently overlooked and that existing safeguards are inadequate to prevent such incidents.

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