An independent official charged with investigation and resolving complaints made by or on behalf of residents of long-term care facilities such as nursing homes. Toll free number: 1-800-730-6393.
an individual who advocates on behalf of residents in nursing homes and adult care homes
a person who receives complaints from residents of long-term care facilities, their friends or relatives, and attempts to resolve those complaints within the facility
a representative responsible for investigating patient complaints about long-term care. Ohio has 12 regional LTC ombudsman offices. The central ombudsman is located at the Ohio Department of Aging (1-800-282-1206). "Citizen's Representative" who protects a person's rights through advocacy, providing information, and encouraging institutions and agencies to respect citizens' rights.
Volunteer advocates who identify, investigate and resolve complaints that are made on behalf of residents and related to action, inaction or decisions that may adversely affect the health, safety, welfare or rights of residents.
An independent advocate for nursing home and assisted living facility residents who provides information about how to find a facility and how to get quality care. Every state is required to have an Ombudsman Program that addresses complaints and advocates for improvements in the long-term care system.
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