Tag: #Ombudsman
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New Reference Guide on the Role of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program in Nursing Facility Closures
The Role of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program in Nursing Facility Closures “Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs (LTCOPs) have an important role advocating with, and for, residents of nursing facilities that are closing. This guide reviews the federal requirements regarding nursing facility closures, highlights Ombudsman program management and advocacy considerations, and shares additional resources. More comprehensive…