Washington State Ombudsman, Patricia Hunter, Wrote an Op-Ed that calls on Congress

September 04, 2025

Washington State Ombudsman, Patricia Hunter, wrote an Op-Ed that calls on Congress to reauthorize the Older Americans Act and increase funding for the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program to better protect the dignity, rights, and safety of long-term care residents.

The article highlights the critical role of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program in protecting the rights and well-being of residents in nursing homes and other care settings, while noting that federal funding has not kept pace with the growing needs of older Americans. It calls on Congress to reauthorize the Older Americans Act and increase support for ombudsman services to ensure dignity, safety, and quality care for long-term care residents.

Read the full article.