As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve, be sure to regularly check our COVID-19 webpage for Ombudsman programs for updated information. Below are new resources and reminders.
LET US KNOW
We are looking for examples of effective communication and advocacy during the current in-person visitation restrictions. Please share examples of the following by emailing ombudcenter@theconsumervoice.org.
- How you communicate with residents, family members, providers, and the community; and
- Successful individual and systems advocacy.
FEDERAL UPDATES
NEW! Press Release: HHS Announces Nearly $4.9 Billion Distribution to Nursing Facilities Impacted by COVID-19 - May 22, 2020
NEW! CMS Guidance (QSO-20-30-NH) on Nursing Home Reopening Recommendations for State and Local Officials (press release and FAQs) - May 18, 2020
NORC UPDATES
NEW! Self Care Fact Guide: Taking Care of You
NEW! COVID-19 and Ombudsman Programs: Understanding How Trauma Impacts You, Residents, and Your Advocacy four-part webinar series. Materials from the first two webinars are available.
- Part I: Person-Centered Trauma-Informed Care in a Time of COVID-19 (April 29)
- Part II: Compassion Fatigue in the Time of COVID-19: Helping Ourselves to Help Others (May 20)
NEW! Examples of Resident Support and Communication
ADDITIONAL UPDATES
NEW! COVID-19 FAQ Webpage from Consumer Voice
NEW! NCLER Practice Tip on Stimulus Payments and Representative Payees: What You Need to Know - May 27, 2020
NEW! NCLER Tip Sheet: Advance Care Planning and COVID-19 - May 20, 2020
NEW! Institute on Aging Fact Sheet: COVID-19 Related Scams (English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian) - May 15, 2020
NEW! NCLER Fact Sheet: Nursing Home Residents, Medicaid, and Stimulus Checks: What You Need to Know - May 7, 2020
UPDATED! American Bar Association: Frequently Asked Questions by Guardians about the COVID-19 Pandemic - Updated May 6, 2020
WEB PAGES TO VISIT AND LISTSERVES TO JOIN
For more information, visit these web pages:
ACL COVID-19 page (Join listserv)
CMS COVID-19 page
CDC COVID-19 page
NORC COVID-19 page (Join listserv)
Consumer Voice COVID-19 page (Join listserv)
We are updating this page regularly, so please check back often for the latest information.