Special Programs for the Aging, Title VII, Chapter 2, Long Term Care Ombudsman Services for Older Individuals
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.042 (USAspending.gov).
- Department Of Aging California 8 awards $16,752,788
- Department Of Elder Affairs Florida 2 awards $3,348,900
Program Objective
The principal role of this Ombudsman Program is to investigate and resolve complaints made by or on behalf of residents of nursing homes or other long-term care facilities. Ombudsmen also promote policies and practices needed to improve the quality of care and life in long-term care facilities and educate both consumers and providers about residents' rights and good care practices.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- U.S. Territory Government
All States and U.S. Territories which have State Agencies on Aging designated by the governors.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
The Administration for Community Living awards funds through a statutory formula to State Agencies on Aging.
States and territories are entitled to these grants by statute.
Program details & compliance
Description
States’ Long-Term Care (LTC) Ombudsman programs work to resolve problems related to the health, safety, welfare, and rights of individuals who live in LTC facilities, such as nursing homes, board and care and assisted living facilities, and other residential care communities. Ombudsman programs promote policies and consumer protections to improve long-term services and supports at the facility, local, state, and national levels.
The OAA requires Ombudsman programs to:
Identify, investigate, and resolve complaints made by or on behalf of residents;
Provide information to residents about LTSS;
Ensure that residents have regular and timely access to ombudsman services;
Represent the interests of residents before governmental agencies and seek administrative, legal, and other remedies to protect residents; and
Analyze, comment on, and recommend changes in laws and regulations pertaining to the health, safety, welfare, and rights of residents.
Mission Categories
Primary: Families and Child Welfare Services
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds are awarded to States to develop or strengthen service systems through designated State Agencies on Aging, Area Agencies on Aging and other entities. Funds under this Title and Chapter are included in State aging plans covering 2, 3, or 4 years, with annual revisions as necessary, submitted for approval to the Assistant Secretary for Aging. Funds must be used to design and implement programs for the provision of long-term care ombudsman services for individuals living in long-term care facilities.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements