Radmila placed her mother in a nursing home, then went through hell: One phone call haunts her, and her mother is in critical condition
Radmila Kolašinac faced one of the toughest decisions - to place her mother, whom she cared for, in a nursing home. However, the horror that followed, as she claims, was something she never imagined could happen. Her mother Ljilja suffered a severe stroke, from which she will never fully recover. Radmila says it could all have been prevented.
TL;DR
- Radmila Kolašinac placed her mother, Ljilja, in the 'Dom za stare Karaburma' nursing home due to her severe health issues.
- Ljilja suffered falls and pneumonia while at the facility.
- Radmila alleges that a medical technician refused to call an ambulance when Ljilja showed signs of a stroke, citing fear of reprimand.
- The following morning, Ljilja experienced a severe stroke, resulting in paralysis and permanent health consequences.
- Radmila claims the facility's doctor knew about Ljilja's capillary brain bleeding but did not inform other staff.
- An anonymous employee corroborated Radmila's claims of poor care and harsh treatment towards Ljilja.
- Investigations by the Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of Health are underway regarding the alleged negligence.
- The nursing home facility stated that they monitor residents' health regularly and follow all legal procedures.
- Radmila is seeking help for her mother and aims to raise awareness about the responsibilities of nursing homes.