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Published 12/10/25 2:41PM

Become a Certified Ombudsman Volunteer in a Long-Term Care Facility Near You!

NYS LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Utica, NY
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    1-2 hours per week in a facility, 18 hours of continuing education-provided annually.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Disability, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Seniors & Retirement
    Benefits:
    Stipend Provided, Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Become a Certified Ombudsman Volunteer in a Long-Term Care Facility Near You!

    BECOMING AN OMBUDSMAN VOLUNTEER...

    The NYS Ombudsman Program certifies volunteer ombudsmen after attending a 36-hour training program. After certification, the ombudsman is assigned to a facility to ensure that the rights of the residents are protected.

    • Will investigate complaints and make appropriate referrals.
    • Will analyze, comment on and monitor the development and implementation of Federal, State and local laws pertaining to the residents of long term care facilities.
    • Will educate residents, family members and staff about resident’s rights and available resources.

    Volunteers needed in Otsego, Herkimer, Oneida, and Madison County!

    Location

    On-site
    Utica, NY, USA

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