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When Basic Needs Are Ignored, Lives Are at Risk

Nutrition and hydration are among the most basic elements of human care—but in too many New York nursing homes, elderly residents are left hungry, thirsty, and vulnerable. Malnutrition and dehydration can be silent killers, causing weakness, confusion, infections, and even death. At Leitner Warywoda, PLLC, we fight for families whose loved ones have suffered because facilities failed in their most fundamental duties. If you suspect neglect, our New York nursing home abuse lawyers are ready to help.

How Malnutrition Happens in Elder Care Facilities

In a properly run facility, every resident should receive meals that meet their dietary and medical needs, along with assistance eating if required. But when a nursing home is understaffed, untrained, or simply negligent, residents may be left without meals, fed the wrong food, or ignored when they cannot feed themselves. Some may even be denied food or water as a form of punishment or control. In NYC and Long Island, these are clear violations of both ethical care standards and legal regulations.

Signs Your Loved One May Be Suffering from Neglect

Look out for signs like sudden weight loss, fatigue, dry mouth, confusion, sunken eyes, or frequent infections. These symptoms are often dismissed as natural aging—but they may actually be evidence of ongoing abuse or neglect. Nursing homes may falsify meal logs or deny wrongdoing, which is why you need a legal team that knows how to investigate and uncover the truth. Our attorneys partner with doctors and elder care specialists to build strong, fact-driven cases.

Let Us Help You Take Action and Get Answers

No one deserves to suffer from preventable malnutrition or dehydration—especially in a facility trusted to provide care. Whether the neglect occurred in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, or Long Island, Leitner Warywoda is here to hold negligent facilities accountable. Reach out today for a free consultation, and let our team of skilled New York nursing home abuse attorneys help you protect your family’s rights and dignity.