We examine benefits and difficulties surrounding the effective implementation of
a long-term care volunteer ombudsman program in a rural setting. Discussion
focuses on the uniqueness of each rural community and potential strategies that
can be mixed and matched to meet individual community needs. We consider
implications for the development and implementation of ombudsman programs in
rural areas.
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