National Ombudsman Resource Center
This grant funds an organization to support, train, and assist state Ombudsman programs in advocating for residents of long-term care facilities.
Funder: Administration for Community Living
Due Dates: July 29, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $516,407 per year for up to 3 years (total expected funding $1,549,221); one award anticipated
Summary: Funds a national resource center to provide technical assistance and training for State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs to enhance advocacy for residents in long-term care facilities.
Key Information: 25% non-federal cost sharing/match required; foreign entities and individuals not eligible.
Description
This opportunity supports the operation of the National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center (NORC). The center will provide targeted technical assistance, expert training, and resources to the 53 State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs and their networks nationwide. The goal is to enhance the skills, knowledge, and management capacity of state programs, enabling them to more effectively advocate for residents in long-term care facilities and address systemic risks to their rights and safety. The center will also facilitate peer-to-peer exchange, host an annual State Ombudsman conference, and maintain a national website of resources for program representatives.
