Long-term care ombudsmen volunteers needed
In the devastating wake of COVID’s path, long-standing care problems in long-term facilities were spotlighted. To address these problems, the Texas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs more …
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Long-term care ombudsmen volunteers needed
In the devastating wake of COVID’s path, long-standing care problems in long-term facilities were spotlighted. To address these problems, the Texas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs more volunteers to serve as advocates for individuals living in nursing and assisted living facilities. Ombudsmen educate residents, families and facility staff and protect the health, safety, welfare and rights of residents. Services are free and confidential.
Ombudsmen ensure residents’ voices are heard, which is especially important amidst our nations’ ongoing healthcare crisis. They visit residents, identify and investigate complaints, ensure residents’ dignity is honored and stand up with residents to help them exercise their rights.
Free training and certification are provided. No experience is required. Hours are flexible and determined by each volunteer. If you have 2-3 hours per month to make a difference in someone’s life, contact Pat Borgfeldt at 512-438-2545 or email her at pat.borgfeldt@hhs.texas.gov.
