Trained volunteer representatives of the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program visit residents in nursing homes or other long-term care facilities and establish a regular presence in the facility. They provide information about resident rights, quality of care, and quality of life to residents and family members. Volunteers also observe conditions, advocate for residents, and handle simple complaints.
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 long-term care residents.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
Andrew Jackson Building, 9th Floor, Nashville, TN 37243, US
Long-Term Care Ombudsmen are advocates for residents of Long-Term Care Facilities.
The Tennessee Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for Tennesseans residing in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted care living facilities, homes for the aged and adult care homes. Ombudsmen are available to help residents and their families resolve problems and answer questions related to long-term care. When residents and families cannot resolve their problems through consultation with the facility staff or governmental agencies involved, they may contact their District Ombudsman. District Ombudsmen concerns can include quality of care, financial information, resident rights, admissions, transfer, and discharge.
TN 37243
August 7, 2024
