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Suggested additions to this calendar may be directed to Katie Kohler, Program and Outreach Associate. The Ombudsman Resource Center Calendar of Events is intended to include specific events, national meetings, training sessions of the aging network and other organizations of possible interest. NORC and Consumer Voice are not responsible for the content of the meetings (except where sponsored by Consumer Voice) or for changes in the dates or locations. Please contact the sponsoring organization directly for additional information.
June 15, 2019
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) – commemorated on June15th every year – is an opportunity for people or organizations to take action to protect older people by raising awareness about elder abuse, why it occurs, and what we can do to stop it. We can act collectively to support justice for all.
June 10, 2019
Mark your calendar for an upcoming NORC webinar titled, Trauma-Informed Care: Nursing Home Responsibilities and Ombudsman Program Advocacy on Monday, June 10th at 3:00pm – 4:30pm ET.
May 01, 2019 - March 31, 2019
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. The 2019 theme is Connect, Create, Contribute.
April 24, 2019
The National Ombudsman Resource Center (NORC) website is filled with information, resources, and news from Ombudsman programs to support and inform programs across the country. This presentation walks through the NORC website and new On-Demand Training Center. The presentation shows how resources and information is organized on the website and where to go if you need help.
April 07, 2019 - April 13, 2019
What is your program doing to recognize the volunteers who give their time to visit and advocate with and for individuals that live in long-term care facilities? The week of April 7 to 13, National Volunteer Week, is a perfect time to reach out and say thanks for volunteering with your program and making a difference in the lives of the residents.
February 05, 2019 - May 29, 2019
This is a five-part webinar series on the revised National Ombudsman Reporting System (NORS) training materials created by NORC.
December 04, 2018
Join us for a webinar to discuss Ombudsman program advocacy for residents with mental health needs and how to respond when residents threaten to harm themselves.
June 26, 2018
This webinar will examine the widespread problem of physical violence (resident to resident mistreatment) in nursing homes and argue that a large-scale public health initiative is needed to end nursing home violence.
January 17, 2018
Participants were taught what is required under the federal law and rule regarding systems advocacy.
October 01, 2017 - October 31, 2017
October is “Residents’ Rights Month,” an annual event designated by Consumer Voice to honor residents living in all long-term care facilities. It is an opportunity to focus on and celebrate awareness of dignity, respect and the rights of each resident. The theme for this year’s Residents’ Rights Month, “It’s All About Me: My Life, My Care, My Choices,” focuses on the respect and dignity of every resident.
May 31, 2017
This 90-minute webinar is applicable to all staff representatives who recruit, train, and work with volunteer Ombudsman program representatives. The speakers shared the new model volunteer intake and risk management materials (e.g., application form, interview questions, code of ethics, acknowledgement form) and highlighted recruitment ideas.
April 25, 2017
This webinar was designed to assist Ombudsman program representatives in understanding the COI provisions in the LTCOP Rule and how to apply them in your work.
March 30, 2017
The National Ombudsman Resource Center (NORC) hosted the first webinar of a two-part series on the LTCOP Rule. Speakers included, Louise Ryan, Ombudsman Program Specialist, Office of Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs, AoA/ACL; Carol Scott, Ombudsman Specialist, National Ombudsman Resource Center; and Jan Brown, Ombudsman Specialist PA Department of Aging.
October 01, 2016 - October 31, 2016
Residents’ Rights Month is an annual event designated by the Consumer Voice and is celebrated in October to honor residents living in all long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, sub acute units, assisted living, board and care and retirement communities. It is a time for celebration and recognition offering an opportunity for every facility to focus on and celebrate awareness of dignity, respect and the value of each individual resident. The theme for Residents’ Rights Month 2016 is, “My Vote Matters” with the goal of highlighting residents’ right to vote and participate in the political process.
June 10, 2016 - June 10, 2016
Join VOYCE, the local ombudsman program in St. Louis, for the 5th Annual Changing Landscape of Long Term Care Conference. This year there will be national and local experts present discuss dynamic strategies, innovative tools and available long-term care options.
October 01, 2015 - October 31, 2015
Residents’ Rights Month is an annual event designated by the Consumer Voice and is celebrated in October to honor residents living in all long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, sub acute units, assisted living, board and care and retirement communities. It is a time for celebration and recognition offering an opportunity for every facility to focus on and celebrate awareness of dignity, respect and the value of each individual resident. The theme for Residents’ Rights Month 2015 is, “CARE Matters” with the goal of highlighting quality care.
July 28, 2015
Save the date to join a discussion about the prevalence of bullying among residents in long-term care facilities and learn how to identify, prevent, and respond to these incidents.
April 28, 2015 - April 28, 2015
During this webinar we discuss how risk management applies to every aspect of managing and supporting volunteer long-term care ombudsmen. Presenters provide tips for screening volunteers, identifying and removing risk, and responding to situations when the actions, or inaction, of a volunteer LTCO negatively impacts your program.
April 22, 2015 - April 24, 2015 Decatur, GA
Each spring, the Center holds the annual State LTC Ombudsman Training Conference - the only conference designed specifically for State LTC Ombudsmen.