NoVa Long Term Ombudsman Program Seeks Volunteers

2026-08-19 5:23 AM

The Northern Virginia Long Term Care Ombudsman Program needs volunteer advocates for residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The program was established in 1985 to advocate for persons receiving long-term care services to ensure the highest quality of life and care and serves the jurisdictions of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun.

For more information or to volunteer, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/dfs/olderadultservices/ltcombudsman or call Lisa Callahan at 703-324-5861 (TTY 711) or Lisa.Callahan@fairfaxcounty.gov.

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