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Long-term care ombudsmen face challenges to their independence

Wed, 04/17/2013 - 09:44 - Laurie Orlov

01/27/2013

2.3 million elderly or disabled people living in nursing homes or assisted-living centers have an advocate in the ombudsmen, but the states are threatening their mission.

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Long-term care ombudsmen face obstacles from state officials