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22 people are interested
Advocate for Nursing and Assisted Living Home Residents
ORGANIZATION: Ohio District 5 Ombudsman Program
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22 people are interested
Do you have a heart for older adults in your community?
Volunteer a couple hours a month with Ohio’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program.
As an Associate, you are critical to the success of the Program and will visit a nursing or assisted living home close to your home.
Volunteers will receive 16 hours of classroom training, along with related worksheets and in person training in your assigned home with a staff ombudsman from our regional program and are certified to perform certain duties, including:
- Providing residents with information about the Program and Resident Rights
- Assisting with follow up on complaints with guidance from staff ombudsmen
- Being a voice for those who are unable to make their voice heard
- Enhancing the quality of care and life for nursing or assisted living home residents
We look forward to talking with you!
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About Ohio District 5 Ombudsman Program
Location:
2131 Park Avenue West, Suite 100, Ontario, OH 44906, US
Mission Statement
To provide leadership for a collaborative service and resource network that supports individual choice, independence, and dignity for individuals who receive long-term care services.
Description
We advocate for and provide information to individuals who receive long-term care and to the community regarding their rights.
CAUSE AREAS
Advocacy & Human Rights,
People with Disabilities,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Multiple locations Bucyrus, OH 44820
(40.80839 ,-82.975464 )
DATE POSTED
December 16, 2024
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- You will be visiting a nursing or assisted living home in you county a couple hours a month near your home on your schedule.