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  • New Online
    Training Curriculum

    This on-demand education platform is a learning center for the Initial Certification Training Curriculum for Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs.

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    Ombudsman Program Promotion

    View an overview of the Ombudsman program and the impact they have around the nation. This infographic can be used for volunteer recruitment or program promotion.

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  • 2024 NORS Data Tables
    Now Available

    The 2024 NORS data tables are now available on the NORC website.

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News and Press

Video of an Oklahoma Resident’s Transition Back to the Community

Posted: July 11th, 2025

Haely Ordoyne, Kansas State Ombudsman, Interviewed on Vacant Investigator Positions

Posted: June 25th, 2025

Regan Smith, Arizona LTCO, and Karen Jones, California LTCO, are Interviewed on the Importance of the Ombudsman Program

Posted: June 20th, 2025

Video of Tennessee Ombudsman, Melinda Lunday, Talking about the Importance of the Ombudsman Program

Posted: May 7th, 2025

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Resource Center Updates

State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program: 2025 Revised Primer for State Agencies

Posted: July 9th, 2025

New NORC Notables and Technical Assistance (TA) Tips on Social Media

Posted: June 30th, 2025

Materials Available - A Resident Threatens Self-Harm: How Does the Ombudsman Program Respond?

Posted: June 25th, 2025

New Guidance for the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Response When a Resident Talks About Self-Harm

Posted: June 17th, 2025

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