Retaliation, in the case of long-term care, refers to the act of revenge by facility staff in response to a complaint by a resident or loved one. This fear of retaliation may deter individuals from speaking up when they feel their

Every year on June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) provides an opportunity for all of us to promote dialogue and action on the issue of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Advocating for residents in long-term care facilities is not just a moral imperative; it is an essential responsibility that protects residents’ quality of care and quality of life.

The RI Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program invites you to our new monthly Zoom meetings for families and other care-partners of residents in long-term care facilities in RI.

As we age, the likelihood of experiencing a loss due to death increases with each passing year. For older adults (those who are 65 and older), and indeed for adults who are younger than this, the first major loss we

In advocating for older adults, let us acknowledge June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. To raise awareness about the disease, those living with dementia, and their caregivers, it is time for us to be their voice!

May is Older Americans Month and this year’s theme is “Aging Unbound,” which offers an opportunity to explore diverse aging experiences and discuss how communities can combat stereotypes older Americans face.

Engaging in new or rediscovered hobbies or interests, such as music, art, sewing, helping to design and plant a garden, or  baseline tasks such as folding, all help bring people together to create a cohesive community of like-minded souls who each bring their

It is important to understand the policy of involuntary discharges. An involuntary discharge is when a long-term care facility wants to evict or transfer a resident from their facility. The start of this process occurs when a 30-Day Discharge Notice

The importance of a social worker's position makes them a vital member at a facility – they must be available to address and handle all challenging situations that arise in a day.

Volunteer Ombudsman advocate for long-term care residents, acting on their behalf to discover and resolve problems related to abuse, neglect, or exploitation. It is a position that helps many residents in our state receive quality care, ensuring their rights are

Family councils play a vital role in voicing concerns, requesting improvements, supporting new family members and residents, and supporting facility efforts to provide high-quality care to residents at the facility.

Choosing a long-term care facility for yourself or a loved one is an important decision that is often met with apprehension. However, there are a few things you can do to help make the process easier.

Many people believe that once their loved one enters a nursing home or assisted living facility, they lose their rights or those rights are altered in some manner – however, this is not true.