What is an Ombudsman?Ombudsman are authorized to receive complaints, investigate allegations and the resolve them on behalf of residents of long-term care facilities (i.e. nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and intermediate care facilities for the intellectually disabled). An Ombudsman is an advocate for the resident. An Ombudsman is a screened and trained staff member of the State of Utah Long-term Care Ombudsman program. An Ombudsman can:
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Residents RightsAdults have the right to make personal choices and decisions. Residents have the right to:
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Uintah, Daggett and Duchesne Counties: call Ashley Marx at 435-722-5209.
Carbon, Emery, Grand, and San Juan Counties: call Lenissa Jimenez at 435-613-0040.
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