Advocate for Residents in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities as an Ombudsman

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program: Volunteers help advocate for residents who live in local long-term care facilities (Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Facilities) by monitoring their care and treatment. Ombudsman volunteers conduct routine facility visits to interview residents about their care and to receive resident complaints. Volunteers also educate facility staff and residents about Resident Rights and the Ombudsman Program.

This is a very rewarding position, knowing that you help inform and empower residents and their families while ensuring their rights are respected. Extensive ongoing training is provided. Costs of background check is covered by Davis County. This opportunity provides semi-flexible service hours.

This volunteer opportunity is offered through Davis County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. RSVP is for people age 55 or older. RSVP benefits include :

• Supplemental insurance while in service
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to and from the volunteer station
• Recognition event to recognize our volunteers who are serving

For more information about RSVP and to enroll please reach out to us!

801-525-5094 or email us at rsvp@co.davis.ut.us

We look forward to hearing from you!