Join Us in Empowering & Connecting in Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Hamilton & Warren Counties in Southwest Ohio
Ombudsman volunteers help to educate residents about their rights, empowering them to become more vocal in resolving their own concerns. Volunteers equip residents – and their families – to voice questions and concerns about care and services to the appropriate department or staff person who can investigate and work to resolve the issue. This is important for reducing the isolation and loneliness many residents feel who may have no one to speak on their behalf.
Join us as a volunteer to help seniors understand how to get the assistance they need and exercise their rights. Or consider helping by making presentations or other outreach activities. Pro Seniors staff will provide training and support from. Hours are flexible and convenient!
Choose the 2025 training series that works for you. Sign up now to be notified of future training.
- January 14 – 16: 9AM – 3PM
- April 8 – 10th: 9AM – 3PM
- August 12 – 14: 9AM – 3PM
- October 14-16: 9Am – 3PM
After completing all 16 hours of classroom training, volunteer candidates will shadow a staff ombudsman in the field for an additional 10 hours.
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Please click the APPLY NOW button above to get started, and contact Nick with any questions at 513-458-5514.
• Pass a criminal background check
• Complete 16 hours of classroom training, 10 hours of homework, and shadow a staff ombudsman for 10 hours.
• Pass the certification exam from the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
• Invest 4 hours per month in contacting residents in a nearby nursing home or assisted living community
• Make a commitment to serve for at least 1 year
How Do Volunteers Make a Difference?
Why Intern with Pro Seniors’ LTC Ombudsman Team?
Why I Volunteer as an Ombudsman
Even if you can’t volunteer right now, you can still help!
Spread the word about the services available. Share this invitation on your social media, Like & Follow us! Invite us to give a presentation to your book club or other group. Tell your friends. Most people learn from a friend that our help is available.
Give a financial gift to support Pro Seniors’ advocacy for Ohio seniors.
What Does an Ombudsman Volunteer Do?
Ombudsman volunteers advocate for residents in a variety of roles. We’ll help you choose the approach that fits your interests, including
- Assisting ombudsman professionals in resolving complex problems in long-term care settings
- Following up with residents to make sure that problems remain resolved
- Working with residents and families to resolve other basic concerns
- Visiting with residents and families
- Offering presentations on residents’ rights
- Joining ombudsman staff in connecting with elected officials about ombudsman services
- Providing support to Residents’ Council members
