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New Jersey State Ombudsman, Laurie Brewer, Interviewed on the Impact of COVID-19 and Social Isolation

February 05, 2021

New Jersey State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Laurie Facciarossa Brewer, was interviewed for an article in the state’s largest newspaper, the Star Ledger, that explored the devastating impact of COVID-19 and social isolation on nursing home residents in New Jersey.

Washington State Ombudsman, Patricia Hunter, Interviewed on Social Isolation

February 01, 2021

The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Patricia Hunter, was interviewed for an AARP article on long-term care residents experiencing a double pandemic which includes social isolation.

Minnesota Ombudsman Cheryl Hennen Discusses COVID-19 Vaccine and Visitation Complaints

January 14, 2021

Minnesota State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Cheryl Hennen was quoted in an article discussing visitation restrictions leaving residents feeling as though they were in prison. Hennen also discussed the hope that with the COVID-19 vaccine, there is a chance for revision of these visitation restrictions.

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