There is a critical need for volunteer ombudsmen throughout Snohomish County to assist the elderly living in adult family homes, nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
As a certified volunteer long-term care ombudsman, individuals can make a difference by being an advocate, educator, investigator and problem solver. Volunteer ombudsmen come from all walks of life, various age groups and educational levels. The common thread is an interest in serving older adults and persons with disabilities.
Volunteers receive four days of free training to become certified ombudsmen. They are asked to volunteer four hours a week, attend monthly meetings and submit a monthly activity report. Expenses such as mileage are reimbursable.
The next four-day volunteer training will be held Sept. 21, 22, 28, 29.
The Snohomish County Long Term Care Ombudsman Program protects and promotes the interests, well-being and rights of vulnerable adults living in long-term care facilities. It is part of the Washington State Long Term Care Ombudsman program, a federally mandated program created by the Older Americans Act.
For more information and an application packet, contact Michal Glauner at 425-388-7393 or michal.glauner@snoco.org
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Family Caregivers
Family caregivers provide nearly $8 billion annually in unpaid services Governor proclaims November as Family Caregiver Month
OLYMPIA -- More than 600,000 unpaid family members care for an adult and approximately 66,000 kinship caregivers are raising a child whose parents are unable to do so. Chances are you know someone who is a caregiver.
To recognize the value of unpaid family caregivers, Gov. Chris Gregoire proclaimed November as Family Caregiver Month.
"During November and throughout the year, we want to get the word out that these unsung heroes are not alone and many resources are available to help with their important care-giving roles," said Kathy Leitch, assistant secretary of DSHS Aging and Disability Services Administration. "Please help us in sharing the important information below."
If you are a caregiver or know someone who is:
Visit the Web site and find invaluable links to care-giving information and resources (articles, tips, shortcuts, free publications) on topics that address caregivers' unique needs, questions and challenges. Grandparents and other relatives raising children should visit here to learn about related resources and services.
There are knowledgeable and caring people at your local Family Caregiver Support Program to help talk through specific issues and offer practical care-giving information, resources and suggestions and connect caregivers to services. Find the local Family Caregiver Support Program
OLYMPIA -- More than 600,000 unpaid family members care for an adult and approximately 66,000 kinship caregivers are raising a child whose parents are unable to do so. Chances are you know someone who is a caregiver.
To recognize the value of unpaid family caregivers, Gov. Chris Gregoire proclaimed November as Family Caregiver Month.
"During November and throughout the year, we want to get the word out that these unsung heroes are not alone and many resources are available to help with their important care-giving roles," said Kathy Leitch, assistant secretary of DSHS Aging and Disability Services Administration. "Please help us in sharing the important information below."
If you are a caregiver or know someone who is:
Visit the Web site and find invaluable links to care-giving information and resources (articles, tips, shortcuts, free publications) on topics that address caregivers' unique needs, questions and challenges. Grandparents and other relatives raising children should visit here to learn about related resources and services.
There are knowledgeable and caring people at your local Family Caregiver Support Program to help talk through specific issues and offer practical care-giving information, resources and suggestions and connect caregivers to services. Find the local Family Caregiver Support Program
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