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  • New On-Demand Training Center New On-Demand
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    This on-demand education platform allows you to delve into important topics through our online courses.

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  • Resources on the Revised
    Nursing Facility Regulations

    On October 4, 2016, the final regulations for nursing homes participating in the Medicare and/or Medicaid programs were published in the Federal Register.

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  • Ombudsmen are dedicated to enhancing the lives of long-term care residents What is an Ombudsman?

    Ombudsmen advocate for residents' rights and quality care; educate consumers and providers; resolve residents' complaints; and provide information. Watch this new video about the role of the ombudsman.

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News and Press

Hawaii State Ombudsman, John McDermott, Wrote an Article About Adult Care Home Inspections

Posted: November 21st, 2018

Kentucky State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Sherry Culp, Wrote an Op-Ed About Nursing Home Staffing

Posted: November 16th, 2018

Kentucky State LTC Ombudsman, Sherry Culp, Quoted in “Patients are getting screwed” Article

Posted: October 4th, 2018

Volunteer Ombudsman Recruitment Video from Dallas Texas

Posted: September 13th, 2018

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Resource Center Updates

Online Training - Updated Format

Posted: January 18th, 2019

January NORC Notes: Training Tips for Ombudsman Programs: Getting Back to the Basics

Posted: January 2nd, 2019

Ombudsman Outlook December 2018

Posted: December 31st, 2018

Webinar Materials - Advocating for Residents with Mental Health Needs: What to do When a Resident Threatens to Harm Themselves

Posted: December 4th, 2018

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