Elopement and Wandering Injuries

Many nursing home residents suffer from dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or other cognitive impairments. Without appropriate supervision, these residents may wander away from the facility and face serious risks.

Our Minnesota nursing home attorneys represent families whose loved ones suffered injuries or death after wandering or eloping from care facilities.

Risks Associated with Wandering
• Exposure to extreme temperatures
• Traffic accidents
• Falls
• Drowning incidents
• Exposure to hazards
• Delayed medical care

Preventing Elopement Incidents
Facilities should conduct risk assessments, monitor vulnerable residents, secure exits, and implement individualized care plans.

Holding Facilities Accountable
A wandering incident may reveal broader failures involving staffing, supervision, and facility safety practices.

Contact a Minnesota Nursing Home Elopement and Wandering Lawyer
If you suspect your loved one has been harmed in a nursing home, contact Ciresi Conlin for a confidential consultation.