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Ombudsman Volunteers

Advocate for those in long-term care

A long-term care ombudsman is a trained volunteer who advocates for the rights and well-being of people living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. As a volunteer ombudsman, you’ll work with residents, families and facility staff to help ensure that residents can live a life of dignity, respect, choice and as much independence as possible.

Support, Advocacy for Long-term Care Residents and Family

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What does an ombudsman do?

  • Visits residents
  • Offers information about residents' rights, quality of care, and how to navigate the long-term care system
  • Helps resolve concerns that affect residents, treatment and services
  • Protects residents’ rights
  • Promotes resident-directed care
  • Informs government agencies and the public about the interests and needs of residents

Want to volunteer?

Volunteers must be over 18 and living in Tarrant County. We provide the training and any support you might need after you become certified. Fill out the brief form below and someone will be in touch.


 

The Area Agency on Aging receives funding from Texas Health and Human Services