Blog: Group Home Negligence

What Are the Signs That a Group Home is Unsafe or Unsanitary?

Oct 7, 2025

The purpose of a group home is to provide residents with the opportunity to live independently while still providing them with the safety, assistance and resources they need. Ensuring your loved one’s safety is paramount. When touring potential facilities, be mindful of any signs that make you question the quality of the environment and the type of care your loved one will receive. While this is not an exhaustive list, these are some of the...

Warning Signs of Group Home Neglect No Family Should Ignore in Tallahassee

Sep 11, 2025

When you entrust a group home or assisted living facility with the care of a loved one, you expect compassion, safety, and dignity. Unfortunately, neglect can happen, even in licensed facilities, and it often hides in plain sight. For families in Tallahassee, the Florida Panhandle, and across Florida, knowing the red flags of At Brooks, LeBoeuf, Foster, Gwartney, & Hobbs, P.A., we have seen firsthand the devastating impact that neglect can have on residents...

Do Florida Group Home Residents Have Legal Rights?

Aug 14, 2025

What Families Need to Know About Abuse, Neglect, and Chapter 393 When a loved one with developmental disabilities moves into a group home, families hope they will receive not only the care they need, but also the respect they deserve. Group homes are meant to offer a supportive, community-based setting. But too often, families are left in the dark about the specific legal protections available when something doesn’t feel right. Florida law recognizes that individuals...

Red Flags of Neglect: What Family Members Should Watch For When Visiting Group Homes

Apr 3, 2025

When placing a loved one in a group home, families trust that they will receive the care, respect, and attention they deserve. Unfortunately, not all facilities uphold this standard, and neglect and even abuse can occur – sometimes subtly, sometimes glaringly. Recognizing the early warning signs of neglect or abuse is crucial for ensuring your loved one’s well-being and holding negligent facilities accountable. In this blog, we will discuss the key red flags that may...