“TO THE WORLD YOU MAY BE ONE PERSON, BUT TO ONE PERSON, YOU MAY BE THE WORLD."
-MARK NOLAN
Residents of long term care facilities sometimes have little or no contact to the outside world. More than 50% of nursing home residents have no living close relative, which may be related to the estimate that 60% of nursing home residents have no visitors.
If you are interested in volunteering, our Volunteer Ombudsman Program is a great place to make a difference. A Volunteer Ombudsman visits with residents and diminish the sense of isolation experienced by residents, especially those without family. They provide encouragement and assist the resident in achieving a sense of self-determination. They give residents of a Long Term Care facility a great connection to the community.
If you are interested and want to learn more, contact Amanda Hester, Volunteer Coordinator or Sheila Brooks, Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman.
Additional Information:
Monthly Newsletter
VOLUNTEER OMBUDSMAN: PAPER VERSION APPLICATION
VOLUNTEER OMBUDSMAN: ELECTRONIC VERSION APPLICATION
Volunteer Ombudsman Brochure
Volunteer Ombudsman Flyer
