Long Term Care Ombudsman @ Area Agency on Aging...
ORGANIZATION: Human Services Council - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
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Please do not click on I WANT TO HELP, instead, to inquire about becoming a certified volunteer Ombudsman call 360-992-4076 / degernd@dshs.wa.gov
Many frail and vulnerable residents cannot speak up for their needs and desires. Some residents are alone and have no close relatives or regular visitors to observe how they are being cared for or to advocate on their behalf. A designated volunteer Ombudsman gives long-distance caregivers in particular peace of mind by ensuring someone is looking out for their loved one’s needs. WHAT DOES AN OMBUDSMAN DO?
An Ombudsman listens to concerns and questions and works with residents, families and staff; local and state agencies; and other organizations to resolve problems or answer questions. An ombudsman will:
- Advocate for the rights of residents in long-term care facilities
- Provide an effective means for the resolution of concerns about the quality of life in long-term care facilities
- Work with residents, families, operators and facility staff to meet the needs and concerns of those who live there
- Monitor laws, regulations and policies that affect those who live in long-term care facilities
- Provide public education to promote a better understanding about the use of long-term care facilities
- Help residents, family, staff and operators of facilities to establish a resident or family council
Extensive training is provided throughout the year. Call for more information on future training dates available.
More opportunities with Human Services Council - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Human Services Council - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
Location:
120 NE 136th AVE, Suite 215, Vancouver, WA 98684, US
Mission Statement
Volunteer Connections mission is to connect the wisdom, experience, and talents of volunteers with opportunities to enrich the quality of life for themselves and their communities
Description
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program supports over 100 non-profits and organizations in Clark County, Washington by interviewing, screening, and referring volunteers ages 55 and up.
***IMPORTANT NOTE: The RSVP program will be closing its doors March 31, 2020. After that date it will be important to contact these opportunities directly using the information at the bottom of the opportunity details as no one will be available at RSVP to make your referral. Thank you for your service to our community!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
201 NE 73rd Street#201Vancouver, WA 98665
DATE POSTED
February 27, 2020
SKILLS
- Case Work / Management
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- A four day 32 hour certification training is provided throughout the year. Volunteering follows after training is complete.