If you have a loved one in a WV Group Home, you are most likely aware of the consistent problems—incorrect food temperatures, missed medication, poor hygiene, and even physical and emotional abuse.
These vulnerable individuals, many of whom are unable to speak or care for themselves, rely on staff from these facilities to provide daily care in a loving and safe manner.
What happens when the system fails?
Reports are filed and some are investigated. Many times, if an institution is guilty of these acts, our state allows them time and time again the opportunity to correct the problem. The reality is, nothing changes. It’s a vicious cycle.
We need to hold these multi-million dollar companies responsible for allowing this behavior. For every substantiated complaint, they should be fined per occurrence.
After being hit for several hundred thousand dollars each month, I’d be willing to say significant, positive change would happen.
Again, if a complaint is lodged, investigated and found to be true, group homes should pay a significant fine!
What to do with the monies collected? Let’s give it to those suffering in these institutions—better medical, dental, and psychiatric care. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Clothing, better meals, outings and activities.
My 49-year old twin sisters have been in WV group homes since 2017. They’ve been assaulted by staff, had medical issues left untreated, lost a tooth as a result of staff abuse, suffered physical and emotional trauma, and so much more. The state has separated and moved them (on more than one occasion) hours from me and now one another. I fight every day for better care.
Please sign this petition. Please share this petition. Show my sisters and thousands of others like them, we care. They matter. It’s time for West Virginia to do what’s right
Updates
October 18, 2020
I HAVE BEEN SPENDING MY NIGHTS TALKING TO FAMILIES WHO ARE TIRED OF THE EXCUSES AND READY FOR REAL ACTION!! THESE COMPANIES WILL NOT IGNORE US ANY LONGER BECAUSE OUR PRESSURE IS BUILDING EVERY SINGLE DAY!! GET READY BECAUSE WE ARE PUSHING HARDER THAN EVER TO STOP THE NEGLECT!!!
October 18, 2020
THIS MOMENTUM IS ABSOLUTELY ELECTRIC AND SHOWS THAT PEOPLE ARE READY FOR REAL ACCOUNTABILITY!! SEEING SO MANY OF YOU JOIN THIS FIGHT FOR OUR VULNERABLE LOVED ONES PROVES WE ARE ON THE RIGHT PATH TO DEMANDING JUSTICE!!
Reached 100 supporters
October 18, 2020
60 Comments
Having been friends with Stephanie for several years - I have witnessed phone calls between her and the homes. Stephanie doesn’t have many options and is forced to rely on a system that has continually failed her. Her sisters, along with all the residents, deserve more specialized and dedicated care.
I support this effort for all humans who are to be cared for with and dignity and if the facility or care-home fails in the properly doing their job they should be investigated and fined should negligence of care be found.
Yes, there are good facilities and good caregivers. However, I’ve not experienced this during my short time of trying to work with them. These facilities , and those who allow horrible treatment of a vulnerable population, need to be held accountable for their actions.
This is absolutely Horrible to happen to anyone that can't take care of themselves an employee told me this was happening and they weren't able to do anything about it or they would loose their jobs
My brother is in a group home in martinsburg. Am ive complained several times been to court am still nothing has ever been done. They are being treated very bad its beyond belief please sign this petition.
Hold people accountable for their actions as well as their inaction.
I have a son that lives with Eastridge and it is terrible
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If you have a loved one in a WV Group Home, you are most likely aware of the consistent problems—incorrect food temperatures, missed medication, poor hygiene, and even physical and emotional abuse.
These vulnerable individuals, many of whom are unable to speak or care for themselves, rely on staff from these facilities to provide daily care in a loving and safe manner.
What happens when the system fails?
Reports are filed and some are investigated. Many times, if an institution is guilty of these acts, our state allows them time and time again the opportunity to correct the problem. The reality is, nothing changes. It’s a vicious cycle.
We need to hold these multi-million dollar companies responsible for allowing this behavior. For every substantiated complaint, they should be fined per occurrence.
After being hit for several hundred thousand dollars each month, I’d be willing to say significant, positive change would happen.
Again, if a complaint is lodged, investigated and found to be true, group homes should pay a significant fine!
What to do with the monies collected? Let’s give it to those suffering in these institutions—better medical, dental, and psychiatric care. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Clothing, better meals, outings and activities.
My 49-year old twin sisters have been in WV group homes since 2017. They’ve been assaulted by staff, had medical issues left untreated, lost a tooth as a result of staff abuse, suffered physical and emotional trauma, and so much more. The state has separated and moved them (on more than one occasion) hours from me and now one another. I fight every day for better care.
Please sign this petition. Please share this petition. Show my sisters and thousands of others like them, we care. They matter. It’s time for West Virginia to do what’s right
Updates
October 18, 2020
I HAVE BEEN SPENDING MY NIGHTS TALKING TO FAMILIES WHO ARE TIRED OF THE EXCUSES AND READY FOR REAL ACTION!! THESE COMPANIES WILL NOT IGNORE US ANY LONGER BECAUSE OUR PRESSURE IS BUILDING EVERY SINGLE DAY!! GET READY BECAUSE WE ARE PUSHING HARDER THAN EVER TO STOP THE NEGLECT!!!
October 18, 2020
THIS MOMENTUM IS ABSOLUTELY ELECTRIC AND SHOWS THAT PEOPLE ARE READY FOR REAL ACCOUNTABILITY!! SEEING SO MANY OF YOU JOIN THIS FIGHT FOR OUR VULNERABLE LOVED ONES PROVES WE ARE ON THE RIGHT PATH TO DEMANDING JUSTICE!!
Reached 100 supporters
October 18, 2020
60 Comments
My son will one day be relying on this program. I expect excellent care. Manage your facilities and staff. They should be held accountable!
Having been friends with Stephanie for several years - I have witnessed phone calls between her and the homes. Stephanie doesn’t have many options and is forced to rely on a system that has continually failed her. Her sisters, along with all the residents, deserve more specialized and dedicated care.
I support this effort for all humans who are to be cared for with and dignity and if the facility or care-home fails in the properly doing their job they should be investigated and fined should negligence of care be found.
Yes, there are good facilities and good caregivers. However, I’ve not experienced this during my short time of trying to work with them. These facilities , and those who allow horrible treatment of a vulnerable population, need to be held accountable for their actions.
This is absolutely Horrible to happen to anyone that can't take care of themselves an employee told me this was happening and they weren't able to do anything about it or they would loose their jobs
My brother is in a group home in martinsburg. Am ive complained several times been to court am still nothing has ever been done. They are being treated very bad its beyond belief please sign this petition.
Hold people accountable for their actions as well as their inaction.
I have a son that lives with Eastridge and it is terrible
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My son will one day be relying on this program. I expect excellent care. Manage your facilities and staff. They should be held accountable!