2001 NORS data reveal increase in ombudsman complaints (2/19/2003)
2001 Preliminary NORS data sent to State Ombudsmen (1/9/2003)
2002-2003 NALLTCO board members announced (12/2/2002)
2002-2003 Ombudsman Funding (11/30/2001)
2003 NORS Due March 1, 2004 (11/21/2003)
Accessing the LTCOP Report On-Line is Now Easier! (2/6/2004)
Act now to participate in the White House Conference on Aging! (2/18/2005)
Acting State Ombudsman Named in MN (8/5/2005)
Advocates support strengthening SC Ombudsman Program (12/03/2004)
AoA and CMS develop paper on QIO/LTCOP Roles (8/26/2002)
AoA celebrates 30th anniversary of Ombudsman Program/announces initiative (5/21/2002)
AoA changes: Walker becomes Deputy Assistant Sec. for Policy and Programs; Giannini leaves AoA to head new office on Disability (8/26/2002)
AoA extends NORC funding for two months and issues RFP (3/24/2003)
AoA holds 4th "Listening Session" on new rules development (1/4/2002)
AoA holds "Listening Session" on new rules development (12/14/2001)
AoA issues memo on HIPAA (2/19/2003)
AoA listening sessions continue (3/18/2002)
AoA names new Director of LTC Ombudsman Programs (3/18/2005)
AoA national summit scholarships awarded to ombudsmen (9/12/2003)
AoA posts FY 2000 Ombudsman data, launches www.eldercare.gov (11/30/2001)
AoA regional positions open (9/21/2004)
AoA Releases Draft 2002 NORS Data (3/4/2004)
AoA Resource Directory available (8/10/2001)
AoA staff changes announced (3/24/2003)
AoA to hold another "listening session" on new rules development (2/19/2002)
Alabama Department of Senior Services Reorganized: Marie Tomlin No Longer State Ombudsman (1/12/2004)
AL Local Ombudsman Promotes LTCO’s Work (11/14/2003)
Alaska State Ombudsman resigns (11/05/2004)
Alice H. Hedt Named Acting Executive Director of NCCNHR (11/21/2003)
Alice H. Hedt Named NCCNHR Executive Director (2/6/2004)
AARP shifts volunteer ombudsman recruitment to state programs (1/21/2002)
ABA supports strong effective EPA ombudsman (8/8/2002)
ASA-NCOA Seeks Presenters for their 2005 Joint Annual Conference (5/28/2004)
ASA session to address CA ombudsman services to Hispanic residents (3/4/2005)
Annual Conference for State Ombudsmen, April 24-27, St. Louis, MO (4/16/2004)
Annual State Ombudsmen Conference held in St. Louis, MO (4/30/2004)
April 21 declared “Long-Term Care Ombudsman Day” in Texas (4/30/2003)
Appropriations for the Ombudsman Program (10/7/2002)
AR Ombudsman, citizens’ group questions report of improved care (2/19/2002)
Arkansas Ombudsman Program Assists Resident’s Return to England (6/03/2005)
Arkansas Ombudsmen receive salute; program expands (12/21/2005)
Article discusses WA ombudsman role in helping choose facilities (9/17/2002)
Article in Nursing Spectrum Magazine encourages nurses to partner with ombudsmen (5/8/2003)
Article on crackdown on CA elder abuse cases cites local ombudsman (3/18/2002)
Article promotes local Indiana ombudsman program (4/1/2005)
Barbara Fraser Legacy of Learning continues GA ombudsman's work (4/15/2005)
CA officials recognize Residents’ Rights week (10/10/2003)
CA Ombudsman Program highlighted in newspaper article (12/02/05)
CA regional ombudsman, advocates call for review of facility deaths (2/19/2002)
CA regional ombudsmen call for more scrutiny of residential homes (12/17/2004)
CA regional ombudsman helps senior return to nursing home (7/22/2002)
CA volunteer receives MetLife Foundation award (4/1/2005)
Carol Scott Testifies at Senate Hearing on Elder Abuse and Exploitation (11/6/2003)
Carroll Estes presentation for NCCNHR Virtual Annual Meeting (11/30/2001)
Celebrate National Nursing Assistants Week June 10-17, 2004 (5/14/2004)
CMS Broadcast/Website Available (9/9/2002)
Changes proposed to the National Ombudsman Reporting System (3/18/2002)
Chicago conference to include session on APS-Ombudsman relationship (4/1/2003)
Citizen Advocacy Group/Ombudsman Dialogue Sessions to be held at NCCNHR Annual Meeting (9/19/2003)
Citizen Advocacy Groups & Ombudsmen meet at NCCNHR Annual Meeting (9/26/2003)
Clarification on the Senior Citizens Bureau from AoA & NORC (12/9/2003)
Cleveland, Ohio ombudsman warns new staff rules may be a challenge (1/21/2002)
Collection of Short Stories Illustrate Life in Long-Term Care Facilities (2/23/2004)
CO local ombudsman program helps fulfill dreams for the elderly (1/24/2003)
Colorado Ombudsman Program wins major legal battle! (1/31/2002)
Colorado ombudsmen honor nursing assistants and aides (8/15/2003)
CO ombudsmen honored (12/02/05)
CO ombudsmen to celebrate Residents’ Rights Week with proclamation (9/30/2002)
Conference call for Ombudsman Volunteer Coordinators Aug. 26th (8/20/2004)
CT Law Requires Office of LTCO to Create Assisted Living Pilot Program (6/11/2004)
CT Ombudsman encourages residents to continue fighting (4/1/2002)
CT Ombudsman Program holds forum for resident council presidents (10/17/2002)
CT regional ombudsman helps residents in troubled facility (6/10/2002)
CT VOICES Forum Empowers Nursing Home Residents (11/6/2003)
Cuts in senior services opposed by Maine Ombudsman Program (2/4/2005)
DE Ombudsman testifies at nursing home hearings (4/30/2003)
DC Long-Term Care Ombudsman receives award for outstanding achievement (11/6/2002)
D.C. must revise discharge plan as a result of ombudsman lawsuit (11/05/2004)
D.C., Northern VA ombudsmen give nursing home advice (02/10/06)
D.C. ombudsman comments on state of district’s nursing homes (7/22/2002)
D.C. Ombudsman Program, AARP LCE win victory for residents! (4/15/2005)
D.C. Ombudsman responds to report on nursing home violations (1/11/2002)
D.C. Ombudsman speaks out on abuse (4/1/2002)
DC ombudsman takes legal action on transfers (10/3/2003)
D.C. Ombudsman to represent NASOP at ABA conference (10/17/2002)
East TN District Ombudsman Program celebrates 25 years (8/15/2003)
Elder Justice Bill Introduced with some Ombudsman provisions (9/17/2002)
Elma Holder in the spotlight (2/23/2004)
End of Year Ideas for LTCO (12/9/2003)
Esther Houser inducted into OK Women’s Hall of Fame! (4/8/2003)
Excellent FREE resource available (10/3/2003)
Expansion of CA Ombudsman Program proposed (10/23/2002)
Final 2002 NORS Data Posted on AoA Website (4/16/2004)
FL advocates highlight residents’ rights through seminars and events (10/10/2003)
FL Local LTCO Program Receives Strong Press in The Ledger (6/11/2004)
FL LTCOP Promoted in the News (4/16/2004)
Florida newspaper highlights need for more ombudsman volunteers (3/12/2003)
FL ombudsman, advocates speak out about CMS quality initiative (3/13/2002)
FL Ombudsman Program celebrates Residents’ Rights Month (10/8/2004)
FL Ombudsman Program co-sponsors Residents’ Rights month activities (9/12/2003)
FL Ombudsman Program kicks off volunteer recruitment campaign (7/8/2002)
FL Ombudsman Program receives complaints about rent increases (2/19/2002)
Florida Ombudsman Program recognized for protecting the elderly (3/4/2002)
FL Ombudsman Program re-launches website (11/05/2004)
FL Ombudsman Program to be relocated (5/21/2002)
FL ombudsman program to be shifted to state agency (5/7/2002)
FL Ombudsman Program using PR firm to help recruit volunteers (1/15/2003)
FL SLTCO Supports Culture Change (11/6/2003)
FL State Ombudsman highlights residents’ rights in the media (10/10/2003)
FL State Ombudsman named “Employee of the Month” (2/18/2005)
Former CO Ombudsman receives recognition (2/25/2002)
Former GA Governor Barnes Honors Atlanta Legal Aid and LTCO in Editorial (6/11/2004)
Former Ombudsmen Start Consulting Firm (8/20/2004)
Four State Ombudsmen interviewed about combating abuse (2/24/2003)
“Friend-raiser” focuses attention on local KY ombudsman program (2/4/2005)
GA Legacy of Learning Fund honors Barbara Fraser (3/24/2003)
GA local ombudsman program holds concert to focus on abuse (9/21/2004)
GA LTCOP Releases 2003 Annual Report (4/16/2004)
GA Ombudsman and senior advocate appear on CNN (2/25/2002)
GA ombudsman complaint about flies leads to citation (12/2/2002)
GA Ombudsman interviewed regarding facility where shootings occurred (6/18/2002)
GA Ombudsman Program launches website (1/7/2005)
GA Ombudsman Program presents award to Aging Services Director (12/23/2002)
GA Ombudsman Program training position available (2/19/2002)
GA Ombudsmen Recognized in AoA E-news (12/12/2003)
GA Quarterly Training features Donna Lenhoff, NCCNHR Exec.Dir. (12/2/2002)
GA regional ombudsman conducts workshops on aging and intimacy (2/18/2005)
GA State Ombudsman praised for advocacy work on assisted living bill (3/4/2005)
GA State Ombudsman quoted in New York Times (01/09/06)
GA State Ombudsman to speak about nursing homes on radio show (10/23/2002)
Greater Springfield Ombudsman Program Celebrates Residents’ Rights Week (9/30/2005)
Guam has a new long term care ombudsman! (11/12/2002)
Guam has a new ombudsman! (2/4/2005)
Happy Anniversary to the Nursing Home Ombudsman Agency of the Bluegrass in Lexington, KY (11/30/2001)
HI Ombudsman speaks out on abuse in Honolulu Advertiser series (2/24/2003)
Hawaii volunteer ombudsman program highlighted in Honolulu Star Bulletin (2/7/2003)
HHS Counsel releases landmark opinion on Ombudsman independence (2/25/2002)
HHS enlists ombudsman help for quality initiative (5/29/2002)
HHS General Counsel ombudsman opinion not “AoA policy” (4/22/2002)
HHS pushes for electronic submission of grants (1/7/2005)
HHS town hall meetings open to ombudsmen, others (11/14/2005)
Hedt serving on AMDA Foundation partnership advisory group (5/30/2003)
Holiday Hints offered by local KY Ombudsman (12/21/05)
Hydration training resources developed by TX Ombudsman Program (4/15/2005)
IL bill to strengthen the LTCOP passes, awaits Governor's signature (5/30/2003)
IL local ombudsman programs implement Family Caregiver Project (7/22/2002)
Illinois Long Term Care Ombudsman Program Standards Manual Available on ICARE website (3/19/2004)
IL Ombudsman Association, other advocates to hold hearings on care (11/12/2002)
IL Ombudsman program shares foreign language and other materials (6/24/2002)
IL Ombudsman Program sponsors preview of culture change film (12/21/05)
IL ombudsmen continue work to pass bills affecting program (4/1/2003)
IL Regional ombudsmen and volunteer recognized for outstanding work (8/6/2004)
Important legislation affecting the ombudsman program passes in IL! (8/15/2003)
In Memory of Barbara Fraser, Former GA STLCO (4/16/2004)
Increased funding for SC Ombudsman Program pursued by Governor (1/21/2005)
IN local ombudsman organizes month-long rights celebration (12/03/2004)
IN local ombudsman presents at long-term care seminar (2/4/2005)
IN Ombudsman, family advocate featured on National Public Radio (2/25/2002)
Indiana Ombudsman Program works to increase PNA (2/7/2003)
IN ombudsmen involved in study on violence in nursing homes (10/17/2002)
IN ombudsmen part of “Senior Care Teams” (10/7/2002)
IN ombudsmen support bill requiring coroner notification (3/4/2005)
Interested in a new opportunity? Consider a Heinz Fellowship! (02/10/06)
Iowa 50th in ombudsman funding and workload (1/24/2003)
IA Ombudsman finds closings “unsettling” (5/7/2002)
IA Ombudsman objects to lack of action against Des Moines facility (1/30/2003)
IA Ombudsman opposes approval of non Medicaid certified facility (2/25/2002)
Iowa ombudsman program can’t advocate for assisted living residents (1/21/2002)
Iowa Ombudsman’s report focuses attention on residential facilities (1/31/2002)
Iowa Searching for New State LTC Ombudsman (7/20/2004)
KS Ombudsman Program expands (10/31/2005)
KS State Ombudsman named acting secretary of Department on Aging (01/09/06)
KY district ombudsman program reveals problems in abuse system (9/3/2002)
KY district ombudsman program reveals problems in abuse system (9/9/2002)
KY Local Ombudsman Program Encourages Community Involvement (5/14/2004)
KY local ombudsman program holds conference to hear from residents (11/19/2004)
KY local ombudsmen help Medicaid residents facing possible discharge (4/16/2003)
KY official promises to continue funding state’s full-time ombudsmen (1/7/2005)
Kentucky Ombudsman Program Being Moved from SUA (7/20/2004)
KY Ombudsman Program to be upgraded! (5/29/2002)
KY ombudsmen interviewed about residents leaving state to find care (7/1/2002)
KY regional ombudsman develops residents’ rights presentation (6/3/2002)
KY regional ombudsman interviewed about funding cuts to facility (5/21/2002)
KY regional ombudsman program offers sexual abuse training (10/8/2004)
KY regional ombudsman program reunites resident with family (8/2/2003)
LCAO Has Breakfast with Tommy Thompson (8/6/2004)
Last Chance for NCCNHR Voting Member Groups to Vote on Resolutions (1/12/2004)
Legal counsel for D.C. Ombudsman Program honored (8/2/2003)
Lexington, KY ombudsman learns there is indeed “room at the inn” (12/17/2004)
Local and State Ombudsman trained in West Virginia (6/18/2002)
Local KY ombudsman program awarded grant to develop website (4/1/2005)
Local KY program website stresses resident focus in complaint work (11/14/2005)
Local MD ombudsmen participate in emergency response workshop (3/20/2003)
Local MD ombudsman says nursing homes alright after tornadoes hit (5/7/2002)
Local NY ombudsman speaks out for resident who wants to go home (5/3/2005)
Local NY program focuses on family councils (12/02/05)
Local ombudsman program in Tennessee highlighted in newspaper (5/8/2003)
Local ombudsman Program in Texas begins second year of mediation pilot (10/31/2005)
LTCOP Report signed and sent to Congress (1/23/2004)
Lori Smetanka rejoins Ombudsman Center as Information Specialist (9/23/2002)
Maine LTC Ombudsman Program Touts Data Management Software (8/05/2005)
ME, NH and VT Ombudsman Programs highlighted in QIO publication (8/2/2003)
ME Ombudsman Program focuses on front line caregivers (10/8/2004)
ME Ombudsman Program obtains Residents’ Rights Week Proclamation (11/05/2004)
MD Ombudsman quoted about nursing home abuse (5/7/2002)
Maryland recognizes volunteer ombudsmen/produces video (6/18/2002)
MA ombudsman complaint work discussed in newspaper (12/16/2002)
Mediation video made by TX Ombudsman Program and University of Texas (3/4/2005)
Medicare newsletter mentions ombudsman program (5/30/2003)
Miami Herald publishes FL Ombudsman’s letter promoting volunteers (1/21/2005)
MI Ombudsman Program, CBC holds family council training (10/8/2004)
MI Ombudsman Program to move to Office of Services to the Aging (9/12/2003)
MI Ombudsman urged veto of proposition affecting ltc residents (11/12/2002)
MI Ombudsman voiced concerns about Medicare Part D (11/14/2005)
Michigan Ombudsmen and others help residents after forced evacuation (01/09/06)
MI ombudsmen go the extra mile (5/3/2005)
MI Ombudsmen Job Opportunities (11/21/2003)
MI SLTCO Creates “Ombudsman Odyssey” Newsletter (4/16/2004)
MI State LTC Ombudsman Program offers Legislative Reception and Conference (8/22/2003)
MI state ombudsman position open (10/3/2003)
MN Ombudsman reports rise in complaints (2/25/2002)
MN State Ombudsman interviewed about retaliation (3/4/2005)
MS, ME Ombudsmen interviewed about NHQI (12/16/2002)
Missouri LTCOP Prepares Press Release on Long-Term Care Insurance (2/6/2004)
MO Ombudsman Program develops publication on guardianship (12/21/05)
MO Ombudsman Program provides advocacy tips (1/7/2005)
MO Ombudsman Program provides tips on care plans (4/15/2005)
MO SLTCO Issues Tips for Nursing Home Visits During the Holidays (11/21/2003)
MO SLTCOP Issues News Release on Visiting Loved Ones in Nursing Homes (6/25/2004)
MO SLTCO Program Invites all SLTCO to Day of Fun (12/12/2003)
Montana Ombudsman and Friendly Visitors Recognized for their Advocacy (7/1/2005)
More news from Illinois (5/22/2003)
NALLTCO holds 8th annual membership meeting (9/26/2003)
NASOP 2nd vice president quoted in CO paper (1/7/2005)
NASOP conference produces blueprint for the future (2/11/2002)
NASOP Honors U.S. Senator Herbert Kohl (D-WI) (11/14/2003)
NASOP hopes NHQI will spur improvement (11/12/2002)
NASOP joins “Take a Loved One to the Doctor Day” campaign (9/17/2002)
NASOP releases important ombudsman study (9/26/2003)
NASOP schedules conference to “rethink and retool for the future” (1/4/2002)
NASUA Hosts National Dialogue Forum June 2&4 (5/28/2004)
NASUA to Host Ombudsman National Dialogue Forum (1/12/2004)
NCCNHR’s 2003 Annual Meeting – A Success! (11/6/2003)
NCCNHR 2003-2004 Resolutions adopted (2/23/2004)
NCCNHR Announces Theme for Residents' Rights Week 2005 (5/21/2005)
NCCNHR Annual Meeting session discusses ombudsman effectiveness (11/6/2002)
NCCNHR annual meeting to be held October 26-29! (9/23/2002)
NCCNHR awarded NORC contract (8/11/2003)
NCCNHR Elects National Leadership (11/14/2003)
NCCNHR Hiring Information Specialist (7/20/2004)
NCCNHR Honors Jackie Koenig at Summer Celebration & Fundraising Event (6/25/2004)
NCCNHR Launches E-newsletters as Member Benefit (5/14/2004)
NCCNHR Posts 3 New Fact Sheets (4/30/2004)
NCCNHR welcomes a new Communications/Policy Coordinator (8/22/2003)
NCEA Good Guardianship Brochure Highlights the LTC Ombudsman Program (1/12/2004)
NCOA/ASA Conference includes some ombudsman participation (3/20/2003)
NORC Hosts Conference Call Training on Ombudsmen in Assisted Living (6/25/2004)
NORC Names Lori Smetanka, Esq. as New Director (6/25/2004)
NORS 2000 data available online (1/4/2002)
NORS Training Calls Continue (3/4/2004)
Need for OK ombudsman volunteers highlighted in newspaper article (3/4/2002)
NE Ombudsman Program provides advocacy tips (2/4/2005)
NE STLCO Offers Tips for Nursing Home Visits During the Holidays (12/12/2003)
New abuse e-newsletter available to ombudsmen (2/18/2005)
New and updated information available on Resource Center website (1/24/2003)
New Best Practice Document on Enhancing Consumer Access (2/23/2004)
New Curriculum for Local LTCO Training and Conference Call (8/6/2004)
New Data Available Now - Nursing Facilities, Staffing, Residents, and Facility Deficiencies, 1995 – 2001 (9/9/2002)
New Hampshire Ombudsman Program Honors Judith Griffin (5/21/2005)
NH Ombudsman Program offers large print residents’ rights brochure (10/17/2002)
New Home for NJ SLTCO (7/18/2005)
New IL Ombudsman training modules available (8/22/2003)
NJ Ombudsman comments on problems in elder care industry (11/6/2002)
NJ Ombudsman to speak at Elder Crimes Unit press conference (5/29/2002)
NM ombudsman program investigates serious complaints (9/3/2002)
NM ombudsman program investigates serious complaints (9/9/2002)
NM Ombudsman Program successful in legislative session! (5/30/2003)
NM Ombudsman Program to focus on culture change (8/6/2004)
New Mexico Ombudsmen Assist in Relocating Residents (7/20/2004)
NM program sends “undercover residents” into nursing homes (9/21/2004)
New NASUA director appointed (12/02/05)
New nursing home quality care data available (9/26/2003)
New paper on ombudsmen/Medicaid Waiver assisted living available (01/30/06)
New Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging named (1/11/2002)
New State LTC Ombudsman Appointed in Pennsylvania (8/19/2005)
New State Ombudsman in Florida (5/8/2003)
New State Ombudsmen (9/17/2002)
New State Ombudsmen in Puerto Rico and Illinois! (1/9/2003)
New video available from the NY Ombudsman Program (7/8/2002)
NYC Ombudsman Program celebrates 25th anniversary! (8/2/2003)
NY local ombudsman’s article published in newspaper (01/30/06)
NY local ombudsmen honored; State Ombudsman Faith Fish retires (5/8/2003)
NY LTCOP Posts Training Curriculum (7/18/2005)
NY ombudsman volunteer serves Spanish-speaking residents (12/21/05)
NY ombudsmen will receive training to help people with disabilities (01/30/06)
NY regional ombudsman hosts coffees for volunteers, others (10/8/2004)
New York Shares Two Best Practice Ideas (9/19/2005)
NY State Association achieves passage of veterans’ benefits bill (9/21/2004)
NYSOFA video on serving unserved populations available (8/10/2001)
New York State ORT program receives AoA award (9/21/2004)
News for Ombudsmen attending NCCNHR’s annual meeting (10/10/2003)
News on FY 03, FY 04 ombudsman program funding (2/24/2003)
Newspaper highlights work of Dauphin County, PA ombudsmen (3/24/2003)
Nominate a dedicated advocate! (02/10/06)
NC, NE Ombudsman Programs celebrate Residents’ Rights Week (10/7/2002)
NC Ombudsman Program, other create law enforcement training (02/10/06)
NC ombudsmen fight for dental services for nursing home residents (4/8/2002)
NC ombudsmen help host Advocacy Day at the General Assembly (5/3/2005)
NC Regional Ombudsman Association undertakes project to create a NC Long-Term Care Yearbook (5/21/2005)
NC regional ombudsman program to offer guardianship training (2/18/2005)
NC regional ombudsman, resident team up to raise PNA (3/4/2005)
NC regional ombudsmen co-sponsor legislative day (5/22/2003)
OIG Planning a Study on Best Practices in Nursing Homes (12/30/2003)
OIG report on ombudsman data released (8/11/2003)
OH local ombudsman discusses need for training in adult care homes (1/9/2003)
OH ombudsman opposes bill shielding nursing homes (3/13/2002)
OH Ombudsman, others oppose protection from lawsuits (2/19/2002)
OH ombudsmen access funding from Crime Victims Fund (5/3/2005)
OH regional ombudsman given advocacy award for excellence (01/09/06)
OH State Ombudsman presents AARP-Ohio with advocacy award (3/4/2005)
Okay quick – what’s an ombudsman??? (11/19/2004)
OK and WI State Ombudsmen mark major anniversaries! (2/11/2002)
OK Ombudsman says staffing bill is not “OK” (3/25/2002)
OK SLTCO Program Opposes THI Expansion in Oklahoma (12/9/2003)
Older Americans Act Funding (1/12/2004)
Ombudsman best practices from 2002 state conference now online (6/18/2002)
Ombudsman column to appear in Maryland senior publication (01/30/06)
Ombudsman funding recommendations by Senate Appropriations Committee (8/26/2002)
Ombudsman guide to OBRA ’87 being revised (1/21/2002)
Ombudsman participation in White House Conference on Aging events (2/4/2005)
Ombudsman photos sought (1/21/2005)
Ombudsman program celebrates 30th birthday (5/29/2002)
Ombudsman-related bills move forward in Illinois (4/23/2003)
ORC Advisory Committee Meets (8/20/2004)
Ombudsman Resource Center position available (3/13/2002)
Ombudsman Resource Center seeks an Information Specialist (7/8/2002)
ORC website updates (9/5/2003)
Ombudsman Volunteer Coordinator's call draws 100+ participants (9/1/2004)
Ombudsman Volunteer Coordinators will have an opportunity to gather at NCCNHR Annual Meeting (9/5/2003)
Ombudsmen around the country interviewed about NHQI (11/19/2002)
Ombudsmen, direct-care workers need to learn to work together (3/18/2005)
Ombudsmen invited to submit photos for Pioneer website (2/18/2005)
Ombudsmen meet at Pioneer Conference (8/20/2004)
Ombudsmen Participate at AHQA Conference (7/31/2002)
Ombudsmen Prepare for Emergencies (9/19/2003)
Ombudsmen prepare for Hurricane Isabel (9/26/2003)
Ombudsmen prepare for Nursing Home Quality Initiative (4/8/2002)
Ombudsmen prepare for QI initiative (4/22/2002)
Ombudsmen selected as delegates, alternates to WHCoA (5/3/3005)
Ombudsmen, SUA directors discuss diversity (9/1/2004)
Ombudsmen Suffer Sudden Loss of Colleague (8/05/2005)
Ombudsmen to Gather at NCCNHR Annual Meeting (9/30/2005)
Ombudsmen Trained in Illinois, Prepare to Celebrate Residents' Rights Week (9/19/2003)
Ombudsmen voice concern about CMS QI pilot project (4/1/2002)
One of first CA volunteer ombudsmen honored on her 100th birthday (3/20/2003)
Op-ed by MI Ombudsman published in The Detroit News (12/17/2004)
Outstanding advocate to retire from WI Ombudsman Program (1/21/2005)
PA local ombudsman brings residents together to advocate (3/13/2002)
PA ombudsmen help personal care home residents relocate (7/31/2002)
Possible facility closure concerns CA local ombudsmen (1/9/2003)
Poster Contest for Residents’ Rights Week Announced by NCCNHR (7/1/2005)
Proposed bills would strengthen IL Ombudsman Program (2/19/2003)
Proposed nursing home legislation would help TN Ombudsman Program (3/12/2003)
Public benefit figures available from AARP (11/30/2001)
PBS program on caregiving to air October 9, 13 (10/7/2002)
Quick Updates from the NORC (7/22/2002)
Radical changes proposed to Florida ombudsman program (4/8/2002)
Reduced hotel conference rate extended for NCCNHR’s 28th annual meeting! (10/3/2003)
Refusal to take over facility concerns NM Ombudsman, Director (11/19/2002)
Region 10 Ombudsman Training (12/14/2001)
Regional KY Ombudsman Program has new website! (3/8/2004)
Registration Material for NCCNHR’s Annual Meeting Now Available Online! (6/11/2004)
Report by IN local ombudsman results in Medicaid Fraud investigation (3/4/2002)
Report finds state ignored RI Ombudsman Program complaints (12/03/2004)
Resident Council Conference, WA ombudsman stress residents’ rights (5/7/2002)
Residents’ Rights Week Nears (8/19/2005)
Residents’ Rights Week Packet Available (7/18/2005)
Residents' Rights Week Packet to Include Voting Activities & Best Practices (5/14/2004)
Resource Center Compiles Gazette Issue Index (8/19/2005)
Restraint death spurs action by CT Ombudsman (5/21/2002)
RI ombudsman legislation would bring state law in line with OAA (4/30/2003)
RI Ombudsman voices concerns about Governor’s budget (4/1/2003)
Rhode Island Ombudsmen Celebrate 25 Years of Serving Residents (1/12/2004)
Rio Grande, TX ombudsmen work to get assisted living homes licensed (3/6/2003)
San Antonio AAA Offers Fire Safety Training in Spanish (7/18/2005)
San Mateo, CA ombudsman program funds cut (5/22/2003)
Santa Cruz, CA ombudsmen help get out the vote (11/05/2004)
Seniors to rally in KY for ombudsman program funding (3/19/2004)
Several sessions added to the NCCNHR Annual meeting program (10/7/2002)
Showcase to raise money for KY local program (4/15/2005)
SC state representative to propose volunteer ombudsman program (9/23/2002)
SD Ombudsman Program promotes culture change (9/1/2004)
SD Ombudsman Program promotes quality care with book, video (4/8/2003)
Spring Training for State Ombudsmen held in Chicago, IL (4/16/2003)
Staffing at risk in WI Ombudsman Program (4/23/2003)
State, local ombudsmen advocate for residents at WHCoA (12/21/05)
State Ombudsman Supports NCCNHR (3/4/2004)
State Ombudsmen Gather in Oklahoma City for Annual Training Conference (4/15/2005)
State Ombudsmen in New Mexico and South Carolina move on (12/02/05)
Statewide resident forum hosted by CT Ombudsman Program (11/05/2004)
Statewide volunteer recruitment effort launched by MO ombudsmen (1/21/2005)
Sue Wheaton Recognized for Lifetime Achievement at NCCNHR’s Annual Meeting (11/6/2003)
Summer Updates: New Mexico/Wisconsin (8/11/2003)
Tallahassee newspaper recognizes work of FL local ombudsman (8/20/2004)
TN local ombudsman program featured in newspaper (12/11/2002)
TN, WA seek staff for regional ombudsman programs (2/11/2002)
TX Attorney General seeks ombudsman to protect residents (6/24/2002)
TX Celebrates Long-Term Care Ombudsman Day (4/30/2004)
TX ombudsman involvement in nursing home bankruptcy approved (8/8/2002)
TX Ombudsman Program launches restraint reduction campaign (12/11/2002)
Texas Ombudsman Program targets assisted living (2/11/2002)
Texas State Ombudsman, John Willis retires (9/5/2003)
TX volunteer ombudsman turns 90 (8/20/2004)
The GA Council of Community Ombudsmen succeeds in restoring program funding (6/30/2005)
The Ombudsman network mourns the loss of Barbara Fraser, Georgia Long Term Care Ombudsman (3/25/2002)
Theme set for 2004’s Older Americans Month (12/30/2003)
Title VII, Aging Support Activities face reduced funding (12/03/2004)
The Gerontologist features study on program effectiveness (3/4/2004)
The Ombudsman Association - Offers Training in early February (1/23/2004)
Training curriculum available for ombudsmen on the Nursing Home Quality Initiative (1/24/2003)
Training on handling grief to be conducted by GA ombudsmen (5/3/2005)
Two CA local ombudsmen recognized for their accomplishments (5/30/2003)
Two MI local ombudsmen receive prestigious awards (10/31/2005)
Two New Jersey Ombudsmen honored in Public Employee Recognition Week (6/03/2005)
UT Ombudsman comments on assisted living (6/10/2002)
VT Ombudsman opposes proposed state Medicaid rule change (5/30/2003)
Videos on cultural competence, communication available (8/11/2003)
Virginia, Delaware ombudsmen honor residents (10/8/2004)
VA local ombudsman involved in new partnership initiative (11/12/2002)
VA Ombudsman Program active in major overhaul of assisted living (4/15/2005)
VA ombudsman underscores link between staffing and quality of care (4/22/2002)
Volunteer Ombudsman Honored in Milwaukee (7/18/2005)
Volunteering with a Scottish brogue in Tennessee (3/18/2005)
Volunteers in MO regional ombudsman program in the spotlight (4/1/2005)
Wanted: NCCNHR conference resource room material (9/26/2003)
WA advocates celebrate Residents’ Rights week (10/10/2003)
WA Ombudsman Program comments on cultural challenges in facilities (9/30/2002)
WA Ombudsman Program fights for residents’ smoking rights (2/18/2005)
WA Ombudsman Program, residents sue over feeding assistants (8/6/2004)
WA Ombudsmen and supporters rally at the state legislature over proposed cuts to the program (1/30/2003)
WA regional ombudsman shares website about team work (9/19/2003)
Watchdog agency under state scrutiny (3/25/2002)
Welcome to Kathie Gately, new state ombudsman in Arkansas (9/26/2003)
Welcome to Kathy Greenlee, new Kansas State Ombudsman (9/1/2004)
Welcome to Luisa Grillo-Chope, recipient of Jackie Koenig internship (5/30/2003)
Welcome to new State Ombudsmen in KY and NV (11/14/2005)
Welcome to the "new" State Ombudsman in KY(12/14/2001)
White House Conference on Aging to be held October 2005 (8/6/2004)
WI Center for Health Systems Research & Analysis Solicits SLTCO Input (6/11/2004)
WI local ombudsman identified care problems before facility citation (12/23/2002)
WI Ombudsman Program calls for more oversight of assisted living (3/6/2003)
WI ombudsman program continues to monitor relocation situation (7/31/2002)
Wisconsin Ombudsman Program Develops Consumer-Directed Materials (8/05/2005)
WI Ombudsman Program outraged by proposed cut in PNA (4/16/2003)
WI Ombudsman Program works to involve families in loved ones’ care (10/23/2002)
WI ombudsmen concerned about crisis in access to care (12/11/2002)
WI ombudsmen develop family councils in troubled homes (2/7/2003)
WI ombudsmen help residents facing eviction (7/1/2002)
WI ombudsmen say residents should not pay price of feds’ inaction (1/30/2003)
WI volunteer ombudsman program expanding (1/7/2005)
WI Volunteer Ombudsman Program Honors its Volunteers (4/16/2004)
Wishing you the very best Holiday season! (12/30/2003)
Work of Evanston, IL ombudsman praised (9/1/2004)

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