Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Advocating on behalf of long-term care residents to ensure quality of life and quality of care.

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

We all deserve to lead happy and healthy lives free from abuse as we age, yet older people are mistreated more often than we think. https://t.co/eNUqhJu6Qk #WEAAD

How will you be celebrating today?

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Thank you to everyone who came to our Spring Volunteer Appreciation event last week! It was bittersweet as we said hello to some new faces and said goodbye to others. We appreciate all the work you do and your commitment to making change.

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Today is National Caregiver Appreciation Day! Today we would like to thank and honor everyone who provides care to those who need it most. Thank you for all you do! #CaregiverAppreciationDay

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

January is Financial Wellness Month! Let's start the year off right by getting our finances in order! If you're looking for where to start, @NCOAging has great resources available for those wanting tips on money management, avoiding scams, etc.

https://t.co/eK7dbwUgaP

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

So great seeing everyone’s friendly faces at our Christmas Gathering today! Thank you to all of our volunteers for all the hard work you put in year around! 🎄❄️

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Massey Springs will be hosting their first FREE caregiver support group on December 1st! This is a great opportunity for those looking to find support in the caregiving community!

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

November is National Long-Term Care Awareness Month!

Throughout this month, activists seek to spread the word about nursing home abuse & neglect so residents of long-term care facilities stay safe. This month also encourages adults to put a care plan in place for their future.

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Our Blanket Drive is just around the corner!

As the weather gets colder, our long-term care residents are in need of blankets to stay warm! Starting Nov. 1st, we will be collecting throw blankets, lap blankets, and quilts at the Bowling Green KLA office!

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Our 2022 Mental Health and Aging Educational Conference has begun!

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Last day to register is today!

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

The last day for registration for the 17th Annual Mental Health and Aging Educational Conference is Oct 7th!

Click the link below to reserve your spot! https://t.co/yjRgqByVvH

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

This year's Residents’ Rights Month theme - Inspiring Unity within Our Community - emphasizes the importance of fostering meaningful community within the facility and encouraging residents’ connection to their local community.

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

October is Resident's Right's Month!

This is an opportunity to focus on and celebrate the dignity and rights of every individual receiving long-term services and supports.

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

The last day for registration for the 17th Annual Mental Health and Aging Educational Conference is Oct 7th!

Click the link below to reserve your spot! https://t.co/yjRgqByVvH

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

This week we are celebrating National Assisted Living Week!

This year’s #NALW theme – Joyful Moments – honors the assisted living staff, communities, residents, and families that come together as a large extended family to create joyful moments and special memories together.

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Happy Labor Day! Take some time today to take a breather and relax, you deserve it! #HappyLaborDay

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Today marks #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay.

Nearly a million adults aged 65+ live with substance abuse. This includes alcohol, prescription meds, opioids, nicotine, etc.

If you or someone you know needs help, call/text 988 or chat with someone at https://t.co/Hcy3rmH8QR

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Social Security pays survivors benefits to widows, widowers, and dependents of eligible workers who have passed away. LGBTQ+ elders may be eligible to receive these benefits even if they never married their partner. Learn more at https://t.co/o3jCRKItbW.

[BRADD @BarrenRiverADD]

The Warren County Senior Center is hosting a flu shot clinic on September 22nd. This event is open to the public (no appt. needed). Please bring your insurance card/Medicare card with you. Contact the Warren County Sr Center Manager, Bridget, with any questions at 270-783-4484x5.

[Barren River Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program @BRLTCOP]

Yesterday we celebrated #WorldSeniorCitizenDay!

This day is very important to our Ombudsman Program! Everything we do is to ensure that our Senior Citizens are not only being advocated for, but that they also have a friend by their side.

How did you celebrate?