Ombudsman - Advocate for Elder Rights in Jefferson County - Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities : Job Details

Come join our team! Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities is giving you an opportunity to make a difference! We're currently looking for volunteers to join our Long Term Care Ombudsman Program who advocate for:

• Resident rights
• Choice in care delivery
• Choice in daily preferences and activities
• Quality care in all long term care settings, including nursing homes & assisted living facilities

We need volunteers who are passionate about making sure residents are treated respectfully and have control over the quality of their lives. Volunteers will be trained as advocates.

If you can speak for those who cannot speak for themselves, we need you!