Special Programs for the Aging, Title VII, Chapter 2, Long Term Care Ombudsman Services for Older Individuals

Objective

The principal role of this Ombudsman Program is to investigate and resolve complaints made by or on behalf of residents of nursing homes or other long-term care facilities. Ombudsmen also promote policies and practices needed to improve the quality of care and life in long-term care facilities and educate both consumers and providers about residents' rights and good care practices.

Who Can Apply

• U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia)
• U.S. Territory (or Possession) Government (including freely-associated states)

All States and U.S. Territories which have State Agencies on Aging designated by the governors.

Who Benefits

• U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia)
• U.S. Territory (or Possession) Government (including freely-associated states)

Individuals residing in long-term care facilities or requiring assistance in entering or transferring from such facilities.

Assistance Types

• Grant

Program Contact

Alice.Kelsey@acl.hhs.gov
202-795-7342