[JASON] Resident Rights Advocates

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Up to 60% of nursing home residents have no one to visit them. Volunteers are the eyes and ears of the Long Term-Care Ombudsman Program and are rewarded by knowing that their presence can make a difference in the lives and care of residents. Pro Seniors trains, supervises, and supports volunteer advocates to help residents understand & exercise their rights, and to form those critical connections that make them feel more incontrol of their lives. Volunteer Ombudsmen work closely with Staff Ombudsmen to help residents ask for what they need and want.

We know that everyone is unique, and we help you match your talents and interests with the activity best suited to you.

Volunteers may choose from the following activities:
·Observe in nursing home and assisted living communities;
·Assist a certified ombudsman staff with handling complaints.
·Handle uncomplicated complaints from residents;
·Provide outreach, information, & public presentations about the ombudsman program and consumer rights

Terms: Car Required - Must Provide Own Transportation

Benefits: Transportation Costs, Training

Other Information Requested of Volunteers: Listening skills and sensitivity to older people and those who have physical or mental challenges.