STATE LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN | OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AGING
Seeks to improve the quality of care and quality of life of residents in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities in Ohio. Handles complaints, advocates for residents, and helps resolve problems between the individual and the long-term care provider. Offers information about resident's rights, quality of care, and quality of life. Can provide some information about advance directives such as living will and durable power of attorney for health care.
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Physical Address
30 E Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215
Hours
As scheduled.
Fax
(614) 466-5741
Voice
Voice
Website
Application process
Phone for information M-F: 8:00am-5:00pm. May also get information through email.
Fee
Free
Eligibility
Serves residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities in the State of Ohio.
Agency info
OHIO DEPARTMENT OF AGING
Administers Older Americans Act programs and services and Medicaid home and community-based waivers serving older Ohioans. Provides oversight to Ohio's 12 area agencies on aging. Also offers direct supportive services to Ohio seniors including the Golden Buckeye Card, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, the Staying Connected Service, and the Long-Term Care Consumer Guide. Advocates for funding, policy, and programs that improve the health and well-being of older Ohioans.