Needs From: Volunteer Houston

Volunteer: Certified Volunteer Ombudsman

Ombudsman: A Funny-Sounding Word for A Valued Volunteer

Do you care about protecting the rights of older adults and individuals living with disabilities? The Harris County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers to serve as advocates for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Volunteer hours are flexible, and no prior experience is required. Please contact 713-500-9931 or ombudsman@uth.tmc.edu for more information and to request an application. 

Volunteer Ombudsmen will...

Visit residents at an assigned facility (assignments based on your preferred geographic area) Listen to and advocate for residents Protect resident health, safety, welfare and rights Respect resident confidentiality, choices and independence Address concerns from residents and family 

 

Agency: Harris County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Ombudsman: A Funny-Sounding Word for A Valued Volunteer

Do you care about protecting the rights of older adults and individuals living with disabilities? The Harris County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteers to serve as advocates for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Volunteer hours are flexible, and no prior experience is required. Please contact 713-500-9931 or ombudsman@uth.tmc.edu for more information and to request an application. 

Volunteer Ombudsmen will...

Visit residents at an assigned facility (assignments based on your preferred geographic area) Listen to and advocate for residents Protect resident health, safety, welfare and rights Respect resident confidentiality, choices and independence Address concerns from residents and family 

 

Agency: Harris County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 77030

Allow Groups: No