Special Programs for the Aging: Long Term Care Ombudsman Services for Older Individuals (IL) Grant
Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA)
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Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Special Programs for the Aging: Long Term Care Ombudsman Services for Older Individuals (IL) Grant
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA)
Last Updated: September 30, 2025
Summary
The Special Programs for the Aging: Long Term Care Ombudsman Services in Illinois empower advocates to support residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. These ombudsmen guide individuals in finding quality care and addressing complaints, ensuring that every state follows the Older Americans Act's mandate for effective advocacy. This program is critical for enhancing the long-term care system and protecting the rights of older individuals.Overview
Special Programs for the Aging: Long Term Care Ombudsman Services for Older Individuals (IL) Long Term care ombudsman are advocates for residents of nursing homes, board and care homes and assisted living facilities. Ombudsmen provide information about how to find a facility and what to do to get quality care. Under the federal Older Americans Act, every state is required to have an Ombudsman Program that addresses complaints and advocates for improvements in the long term care system.Eligibility
You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible Applicants: Government OrganizationsNonprofit OrganizationsAdditional Eligibility Information:Area Agencies on Aging within the state of Illinois.Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
seniorsnursing-homesnonprofits
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