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Ombudsman programs can share information and resources about the vaccines, the distribution process, and residents’ rights and encourage facilities to share information and hold educational sessions for residents and their families/legal representatives that include a discussion of risks, benefits, possible side effects, and rights. Information from federal agencies and Ombudsman program examples are below.

• Federal Resources
• Ombudsman Program Examples

Federal Resources

ACL

NEW! COVID-19 Booster Outreach Tips For Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs - January 2022

NEW!  A Vaccine “Cheat Sheet” and More COVID-19 Resources - January 13, 2022

HHS

Flyer for long-term care facilities to encourage their staff and residents to get booster shots - December 15, 2021

Flyer for long-term care facilities or others to emphasize how getting a COVID-19 booster protects your loved ones - December 15, 2021

CMS

CMS Memo (QSO-04-ALL) on Vaccine Requirement for Health Care Staff Suspended so Long as Court Ordered Injunctions Remain in Effect - December 2, 2021

CMS Infographic on COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Health Care Providers and Suppliers - November 4, 2021

CMS Requires All Staff of Long-Term Care Facilities to be Vaccinated - November 4, 2021

CDC

CDC: Webpage on Vaccines

Promoting COVID-19 Vaccine in Long-Term Care Settings  

ACL

Webpage on Vaccine Information for Long-Term Care Facilities and Rural Stakeholders

COVID-19 Vaccination FAQs for the Aging Network

Ombudsman Program Examples

Maine Ombudsman Program Presentation on Long-Term Care Staff Vaccine Outreach and Education Campaign (October 2022)
This presentation will be used to encourage vaccination and includes website links, resources, and short videos. 

Texas Fact Sheet: Why Get a COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster? (January 2022)
Information about COVID-19 Vaccines and Boosters for Long-Term Care Residents and Their Family Members

Boost New Jersey Day was December 15, 2021
Boost New Jersey Day was held on Wednesday, December 15th which marks the anniversary of the first COVID-19 vaccinations administered in New Jersey. You can find an appointment on the Vaccine Appointment Finder.

Texas Fact Sheet: Why Get a COVID-19 Vaccine? (August 2021)
Information about COVID-19 vaccines for long-term care residents and their family members.

Connecticut Long Term Care Ombudsman Program’s Facebook Live
These Facebook sessions discuss and answer questions about the COVID-19 vaccinations with the Department of Public Health and state vaccination team.

North Carolina COVID-19 Vaccine Flyer

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