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Ombudsman: Yes, it is a strange sounding word, Scandinavian in origin, but it simply means advocate. A Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a person who volunteers to be there to help that “someone” living in a nursing home, or other long term care facility. It is a very special role. It has been estimated that 65% of nursing home residents never receive a visitor. There can be many reasons for this, but regardless of the reason the simple act of visiting with that “someone” who needs you is a gift so easily given, and so deeply appreciated. Yes, th...