Name: Lillian Walsh.
Died: March 17, 2019.
Age at death: 94.
Cause of death: Bedsores, poor care.
Location: Ramsbottom, England, UK.
Disability: Dementia.
Details:
Lilian had been discharged to a care home from the hospital; but her son took her home to his own house. Now solely responsible for her care, he neglected her hygiene and allowed severe bedsores to develop. She died in the hospital after falling out of bed.
Lilian was a retired accountant.
Case Status:
Graham Walsh (Son) pleaded guilty to two charges of ill-treating or neglecting a person who lacks capacity.
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