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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A FOX13 report about allegations of abuse and neglect at a Memphis rehabilitation center and nursing home continues to turn up more claims.

The number of responses our newsroom has gotten is shining a light on elder abuse and how often it can happen.

Chassity Taylor, the elder care coordinator for the Family Safety Center in Memphis, estimates only one in 10 cases of elder abuse ever get reported.

“Unfortunately, it’s one of those types of abuse that goes unreported,” she said.

Elder abuse often goes on behind closed doors. That’s why Taylor is working to bring it into the light.

“Elder abuse is willful harm to a senior that involves anything as far as physical abuse, emotional abuse, financial as well as sexual abuse,” she said.

If you have a loved one in a nursing home or another caretaker, Taylor said it’s important to be aware of the warning signs of abuse.

“Pay attention to any kind of major weight loss that may occur. You can also look to see if there’s bruises, any broken bones and if you get reports of unknown falls and no one knows how it happened,” she said.

If your loved one suddenly seems withdrawn or distant, Taylor said that can also be an indicator something is wrong.

But the pandemic may make these signs harder to spot.

“There’s more isolation, so it’s less likely they’re going to have that interaction so you’re not going to notice things like you would have prior to the pandemic,” Melanie Keller, the president of Meritan, which provides senior care in Memphis said.

Even if you can’t visit your loved one in person, Keller said nursing homes should have a policy in place where you can visit by video chat.

She said you also should check to see if a facility is licensed.

“Licensed means they are running background checks on people and the department of health is coming in and has some oversight,” Keller said.

If you suspect any form of abuse may be going on inside a nursing home, both women said to err on the side of caution and report it.

“You could be saving someone’s life,” Taylor said. “You could definitely be preventing future harm.”

There are several ways you can report suspected elder abuse in Tennessee, by phone or online through adult protective services or the Tennessee Department of Health.

You can call Adult Protective Services at 888-APS-TENN (888-277-8366).

The Tennessee Healthcare Facilities complaint line is 877-287-0010

The Tennessee Long Term Care Ombudsman number: 877-236-0013

The Family Safety Center and Meritan in Memphis can also help you.

You can reach Mertian at (901) 766-0600 and the Family Safety Center at (901) 222-4400.

In response to FOX13′s investigation and at our request for a statement, Signature HealthCARE, the company we have been reporting on, sent us the following comment.

Signature HealthCARE’s top priority is our residents health and well-being. Accordingly, we take the hiring and training of our staff very seriously – from the moment they walk in the door, and continually throughout their career with us. We also:

· Conduct background checks on all staff hires, as well as check them against any elder abuse charges in the national database

· Provide resident care and abuse education on an ongoing basis

· Have a 24/7 call line available for families to inquire about their loved ones care – at any time, day or night

· Make the Ombudsman/State information available to anyone to report concerns to have an external agency investigate

Our Signature HealthCARE of Primacy facility has met and continues to meet all state and federal requirements for nursing homes. In fact, Signature HealthCARE of Primacy’s Reputation.com score is among the top in the industry and the facility has a 3 star CMS rating and a 4 star Google rating.

We strongly encourage all of our families to contact us, at any time, with concerns they have. As mentioned above, our 24/7 call line, called the CAREline, is available to all our families from the beginning. Unfortunately, FOX 13 is reporting on families who chose to use the media, instead of continuing the lines of communication with us, which we hold as a priority in the care and relationship with our residents and families. We hope they will call and talk to us – we’d welcome the opportunity to listen.

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Tigers look to rebound from a buzzer-beater loss in their last outing, as SMU heads to FedExForum Thursday night for Memphis' first home game in 11 days. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m. on ESPN2.

The Tigers dropped a 72-71 heartbreaker at the buzzer at East Carolina Saturday afternoon for their second-straight loss after winning three-in-a-row.

Landers Nolley II and Jayden Hardaway were new additions to the injury report and missed the East Carolina game. Now seven different Tigers, Emoni Bates, Jalen Duren, Alex Lomax, Earl Timberlake, DeAndre Williams, Nolley II and Hardaway, have missed at least one game this month due to injury. Counting Chandler Lawson, who has been out with injury since November, the Tigers have not played with a full complement of scholarship players available since Nov. 24 against Virginia Tech. Just three Tigers, Tyler Harris, Josh Minott and Lester Quinones, have played in all 16 Tiger games this year.

SMU enters the game in second place in the AAC standings at 4-1, one-half game behind 4-0 Houston. The Mustangs are 13-4 overall on the season and have won 10 of their last 11 games, with the only loss coming at Cincinnati on Jan. 6. SMU is led by Kendric Davis, the AAC's leading scorer at 21.1 points per game, which also ranks 10th in the NCAA. He is also top-five in the conference in free throw percentage, field goal percentage, assists, 3-pointers made and assist-to-turnover ratio.

Thursday's game is a matchup of two of the conference best offenses. Memphis ranks second in the league in scoring at 77.0 points per game, and SMU is right behind at 76.9 per contest. SMU also leads the AAC in 3-pointers made and 3-point percentage, with three players averaging at least 1.9 triples per outing.

The Memphis coaching staff has two people with ties to SMU. Assistant coach Larry Brown went 94-39 as head coach at SMU for four seasons from 2012-16, including the Mustangs' first NCAA Tournament appearance since 1993 in 2014-15. Additionally, Memphis assistant to the head coach Shawn Forrest was an assistant coach at SMU under Tim Jankovich for three seasons from 2016-19, which included SMU's 30-5 2016-17 campaign.

After Thursday's game, the Tigers head to Tulsa Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. That game will conclude a stretch of three road games in Orlando, Greenville, N.C., and Tulsa that covers approximately 2,000 miles. Memphis then returns to FedExForum to host East Carolina on Thursday, Jan. 27.

Thursday's game is presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.

GAME DETAILS Memphis Tigers (9-7, 3-3 AAC) vs. NR/RV SMU Mustangs (13-4, 4-1 AAC) Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022 | 6 p.m. CT FedExForum (18,400); Memphis, Tenn. Television: ESPN2 (Kevin Brown, pxp; Jon Crispin, analysis) Radio: 98.9 THE ROAR OF MEMPHIS (Dave Woloshin, pxp; Matt Dillon, analysis)

BY THE NUMBERS

THE LAST TIME OUT

NOTING THE OPPONENT

How to follow the Tigers: For complete information on Memphis Tiger Men's Basketball, visit www.GoTigersGo.com and follow the team's social media channels on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Below is a list of the top and leading Body Piercing in Memphis. To help you find the best Body Piercing located near you in Memphis, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Memphis’ Best Body Piercing:

The top rated Body Piercing in Memphis, TN are:

Skin City Ink Memphis and Custom Airbrush Creations is an Expert Tattoo, Piercing, and Airbrush Studio. As professional artists, they love giving your tattoo, and airbrush desires their time, focus, creativity, and dedication. Tattoo & Piercing & Supplies & Airbrush Artistry Hours of Operations is Friday and Saturday: 3:00 pm – 12:00 am. Sunday and Monday: Scheduled Meeting Only for Tattoo and Piercing. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm.

Products/Services:

Tattooing, Piercing, Air Brushing

LOCATION:

Address: 1692 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 Phone: (901) 433-9217 Website: www.skincityinkmemphis.com

REVIEWS:

“Amazing staff that does amazing work and the owners are very friendly and welcoming. I would recommend this place to anyone who is interested in getting a tattoo or piercing. I promise you won’t be disappointed.” – Jennifer T.

Trilogy was established in 1998, they continue to be a staple in the Memphis tattoo and piercing society, as well as a mainstay on the Highland Strip. Contained 7 tattoo artists and 2 piercing professionals, Trilogy strives to offer each individual a quality experience. All appointments require a non-refundable $75 deposit. Their shop minimum is $75 and their hourly rate is $120/hr. They are open Monday-Saturday from 11 am – 11 pm and on Sunday from 3 pm – 11 pm.

Products/Services:

Tattooing, Piercing

LOCATION:

Address: 530 S Highland St, Memphis, TN 38111 Phone: (901) 327-0404 Website: wwwtrilogymemphis.com

REVIEWS:

“Great service, great price, outstanding quality.” – Noah J.

Inked Memphis on Highland uses modern technology to create your work of art. Inked has acquired a perfect 100 health dept score 25 + times for tattoos and piercings. Inked piercers do everything they can to guarantee a comfortable piercing. With 25+ perfect 100 percent scores from the health department. They have set the conventional for the safest & cleanest shop in the country. Initiate with what you want to tell the world. Their tattoo artists and piercers create with you, for you. Finish with the best artistic experience ever. Anyone can know to use a tattoo machine. Only a genuine artist can make you a living piece of art. Their artists are simply amazing.

Products/Services:

Tattooing, Piercing

LOCATION:

Address: 565 S Highland St, Memphis, TN 38111 Phone: (901) 832-5999 Website: www.inkedmemphis.com

REVIEWS:

“INKED MEMPHIS is the best tattoo and piercing pot to go to in Memphis. Great service, great staff, clean and safe.” – Anico Q.

Claire’s is located at 4465 POPLAR AVE. SUITE 248 where they provide the best craze and the hottest styles at everyday deals. You’re going to enjoy their huge range of fashion, hair, beauty & tech accessories to give your personal style a little upgrade. You and your kids will also love their amazing variety of toys & collectibles. That’s right, they are a toy store too. They offer tons of brand-name toys like Ty, Pusheen, and more for hours of fun for your kids. Claire’s has pierced over 100 million ears and adding.

They have some of the finest ear piercing experts around. Visit Claire’s in MEMPHIS when you’re ready for new ear piercings now with an enhanced process to ensure a safe, clean & happy piercing.

Products/Services:

Ear Piercing, Birthday Party, In-Store Pickup

LOCATION:

Address: 4465 Poplar Ave Suite 248, Memphis, TN 38117 Phone: (901) 683-3270 Website: www.stores.claires.com

REVIEWS:

“Enjoyed the environment.” – Cheryl J.

Aurora Ink, Carter the Shop Manager has been tattooing for 5 years. He particularizes in all things artistry. Covers ups, Portraits, Lettering, etc. My artistry. He believes in his artwork. He actually draws. Most of his work if not all is freehand. Original pieces, he believes in originality and making each piece unique, and putting his own unique stamp on it. Rod, ever since he can remember drawing has come naturally to him. The older he got he felt he should be doing something with this raw talent.

Hence the beginning of tattooing. So he is 2 years into the industry. He would say his style is realism relating closely to how I look at life. He believes in attention to detail. Envy_Gyrl, the Shop Manager, believes her talent is to build and create. She is newly a Tattoo Model, Piercer, and Micro blader. She believes that you define your beauty. She is here to cheer you on and make that happen.

Products/Services:

Tattooing, Piercing

LOCATION:

Address: 3572 Kirby Pkwy, Memphis, TN 38115 Website: www.aurorainkstudio.com

REVIEWS:

“Got all three of my tattoos done here. Carter is professional and courteous and is a true artist that loves his craft. I am always happy with my results and won’t ever use anyone else. Highly recommend his parlor. Best tattoo artist ever.” – Nicole T.

The benefit is offered as an alternative to the 25% discount that CBU undergraduate alumni currently receive for additional undergraduate coursework.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — All Christian Brothers University graduates, with either a bachelor's or master's degree, are now eligible to take one undergraduate or graduate course per academic year at no cost.

According to a release, the new alumni benefit is offered as an alternative to the already existing 25% discount that CBU undergraduate alumni currently receive for additional undergraduate coursework they pursue at their alma mater, and that graduate alumni can apply to undergraduate or graduate courses — which will also be upgraded this summer to cover all coursework for all alumni.

“The Lasallian tradition has always been attached to an understanding that education has to the power to uplift individuals and their communities spiritually, ethically, and economically,” said Dr. Paul Haught, Vice President for Academics at CBU. “This new program is an innovation in our commitment to our graduates to reconfirm how strongly we believe in the transformative power of Lasallian education to benefit communities as a consequence of students’ lifelong learning.”

“We are partners for life with our students,” added David Archer, Interim President of CBU. “We are in it for the long haul. If our graduates need upskilling, feel called to a different career path, or if their employer wants them to move into a different area, CBU is there for them. We are ready to provide them with whatever educational opportunity that they need — maybe it’s an additional degree, maybe it’s a professional certification, maybe it’s just a class or two. They can count on us year after year, and these benefits are designed to make it easier to pursue their goals.”

The University also reserves the right to limit the number of free alumni courses that are available each year, and participation is constrained on a first-come, first-served basis. This benefit is not available for enrollment in classes for the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree program.

Alumni may choose to use the no-cost option or the 25% discount. Graduates who exercise the no-cost option will not receive the discount for any additional courses in that academic year.

The University also reserves the right to limit the number of free alumni courses that are available each year, and participation is constrained on a first-come, first-served basis. This benefit is not available for enrollment in classes for the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree program.

MEMPHIS, Tenn — As people head back to work and school after the holidays, COVID-19 cases continue to sweep through the Mid-South.

Medical experts believe the numbers will continue to climb until the Omicron variant peaks. It is expected to peak in late January or early February, according to predictions.

While case numbers are skyrocketing, doctors said the good news is that for most people, Omicron symptoms are not are as severe are previous variants.

"The nice part is it seems, as things are panning out across the world, to be a less dangerous virus. It is less likely that if a person gets it, they will get as sick as Delta. That's nice, but it's a lot more contagious," said Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Stephen Threlkeld.

Threlkeld said Omicron's symptoms include a sore throat, headache, general malaise, congestion, and fatigue. He added, if you feel crummy, assume you have COVID-19, because it is so prevalent in our area at the moment.

Just a year ago, on January 3, 2021, Shelby County's rolling 7-day average was 680 cases. A year later - January 3, 2022 - the seven-day average is 1,909 cases. During Delta, the seven-day average peaked at 860 on August 24, 2021.

Here is the @ShelbyTNHealth #COVID19 update for Monday, January 3, 2022. For more information, please visit https://t.co/SdCYWhYfGJ for access to the COVID-19 Data page. pic.twitter.com/fRvkvmpkJE

— Shelby County Health (@ShelbyTNHealth) January 3, 2022

Threlkeld said the case counts are higher than what is reported because they don’t include most people who have taken home tests, or have not taken a test at all.

"We are in one of those waves right now where it's a less severe infection, but it’s getting everyone right now, and that's still a problem for the moment we are in," said Threlkeld.

Threlkeld said the sheer number of cases and hospitalizations of COVID-19 patients are quickly rising.

For example, Threlkeld noted just a few weeks ago; there were only 11 patients at Baptist Memphis with COVID-19. As of Monday morning, there were 113.

Fortunately, Threlkeld said the number of hospitalizations and deaths is not going up as dramatically as the cases numbers.

If you feel sick, "assume you have it" | What you need to know about the Omicron COVID-19 variant in the Mid-South

"We want to see the hospitalizations and the deaths not follow the peak of cases, much as you would see in a common cold. In a common cold, you will see it sweep across the country, but you don't get the hospitalizations and deaths," said Threlkeld.

"It's the first time I've had COVID based on the symptoms, and I believe I had Omicron," said Sean Conway, a COVID-19 patient.

Conway said he had symptoms typical of Omicron, such as a bad headache, cough, congestion. His mother, who was not boosted, has had a more challenging time with the virus.

"She got sicker than me. Her cough lasted longer. She is still not sleeping well," said Conway.

Conway is feeling better and has recovered. His mother has not.

Threlkeld suggested because so many people have mild symptoms or are asymptomatic, if you feel sick, get tested.

"It is very difficult to know whether your symptoms are COVID or something else. So I think testing is so important. We don't want to expose others just because we think it is cold. Assume you have it," said Threlkeld.