Definition: OMBUDSMAN: A trained volunteer who is NYS certified as an independent advocate for residents of nursing and adult homes and their families.
Ombudsman can help with resident's care and rights, personal concerns, financial concerns, administrative policies in nursing and adult homes, resident/staff misunderstandings, suspected neglect, mistreatment or abuse.
Complete training and support is given to all volunteers.
Assignments are available throughout LIVINGSTON, Monroe, Ontario, Genesee, Wyoming,Wayne, Seneca and Yates Counties.
Volunteers who are Ombudsman through RSVP receive the following benefits:
A Program of Lifespan of Greater Rochester, 3 Murray Hill, Room 272, Mt. Morris, NY 14510, US
Make giving back your second act. AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers bring their unique skillsets and experiences to help our neighbors and communities thrive. Are you ready to learn more? Contact Deb Palumbos, Director of Volunteer Services. Phone 585-851-9388 or Email: dpalumbos@lifespanrochester.org.
AmeriCorps Seniors recruits and places volunteers age 55 and older in activities that address critical community needs in Livingston County, NY, Volunteers serve as drivers, coaches of health and wellness workshops and advocates for older adults in nursing homes among other placements. .
RSVP of Livingston County & throughout area3 Murray Hill and throughout Livingston CountyMt. Morris, NY 14510
August 24, 2023