How can nursing home ombudsmen help with problems encountered in a long-term care facility?
-Carol, Beachwood, Ohio Every state is required to have a long-term care ombudsmen program as set forth by the Federal Older Americans Act. In the long-term care setting, ombudsmen act as patient advocates to help families find facilities that meet resident needs, address problems encountered in long-term settings and inform patients of their legal rights. Most people utilizes ombudsmen services when they encounter a problem at a facility such as a resident injury resulting from abuse or neglect. In this context, an ombudsman can help in the investigation of the incident and resolve problems with the facility. In many cases, the information provided by a nursing home ombudsman may substantiate an episode of poor care. This information may be helpful in determining how an incident occurred and if the matter should be pursued as a nursing home negligence lawsuit. Even in cases where there are findings of improper care, most jurisdictions prohibit ombudsmen reports from being introduced i
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