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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!

Contact Nick today to learn more about the role and to schedule your training dates.

Training is an interactive hybrid of online courses, in-person classroom, educational videos, and in the field training. We can work with your calendar to schedule times that work best for you. 

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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 the 36 hours of hybrid and in-person training

• 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

• Continuing Education required for annual recertification

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.

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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
"Without our ombudsman . . . I think we would still be attempting to get someone to listen.  Please commend her for speaking up for Bob.  She explained our concerns very well."
Marian
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