Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

05/22/2026

At Our Next Meeting, May 26, 2026 - Topic: Essential Caregivers – What is this and why this is important for those living in long-term care.
Description: Essential Caregiving is when a person living in long-term care designates someone to be there as support, if the doors ever become closed again as they did during the pandemic. Illinois passed legislation last year to encourage people to designate someone. Federally efforts are being made to make this a national standard. During this meeting come hear a National Advocate, Mary Nichol, share her story, why this is important and what you can do to ensure that you and your loved one, are not denied visitation if a national emergency was to ever happen again.
Click here on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 3pm - https://conta.cc/3KuL9cg

Email from Illinois Department on Aging Resident and Family Support Council meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month!   The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program would like to invite you to attend o

05/20/2026

You don't want to miss - 2026 Webinar Series - FOR FAMILIES - Understanding Guardianship! See below for details.

05/12/2026

At Today's Meeting, May 12, 2026 - Topic: Let’s Talk Assistive Technology and You!
Description: Want to enhance your independence and ability to be part of everyday activities as you or a loved one ages? Ever wonder what kind of assistive technology devices and services could help you think differently about aging well in your home and community? Join us to learn more and see examples of solutions that could make a difference in your life. Join us to learn more and see examples of solutions that could make a difference in your life, including learning about the Illinois Cares Connection Program. Click here on Today at 3pm - https://conta.cc/3KuL9cg

Email from Illinois Department on Aging The meeting is TODAY @ 3:00pm!   Resident and Family Support Council Meeting today. Just click on the link below to join the meeting at 3:00pm! Meeting Today, T

05/07/2026

At Our Next Meeting, May 12, 2026 - Topic: Let’s Talk Assistive Technology and You!

Description: Want to enhance your independence and ability to be part of everyday activities as you or a loved one ages? Ever wonder what kind of assistive technology devices and services could help you think differently about aging well in your home and community? Join us to learn more and see examples of solutions that could make a difference in your life. Join us to learn more and see examples of solutions that could make a difference in your life, including learning about the Illinois Care Connections Program. Click here on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 3pm - https://conta.cc/3KuL9cg

Email from Illinois Department on Aging Resident and Family Support Council meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month!   The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program would like to invite you to attend o

04/28/2026

At Today's Meeting, April 28, 2026 - Topic: Supporting Caregivers in Illinois through the Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition
Description: Nationwide, more than 53 million people (1 out of 5 of us) are caregivers providing essential support to family members and friends who can no longer live independently. Come hear what the Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition is doing to support aging Illinoisians and those who are caring for them. Executive Director, Amy Brennan, will share the goals of the Coalition, engagement with national caregiving organizations and state government including working with the Caregiver Workgroup for the Illinois Multi Sector Plan on Aging (EngAging Illinois). Come join us to learn about these next steps with the Caregiving Workgroup & how you can get involved.
Click here on Today at 3pm - https://conta.cc/3KuL9cg

Email from Illinois Department on Aging The meeting is TODAY @ 3:00pm!   Resident and Family Support Council Meeting today. Just click on the link below to join the meeting at 3:00pm! Meeting Today, T

04/23/2026

At Our Next Meeting, April 28, 2026 - Topic: Supporting Caregivers in Illinois through the Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition
Description: Nationwide, more than 53 million people (1 out of 5 of us) are caregivers providing essential support to family members and friends who can no longer live independently. Come hear what the Illinois Family Caregiver Coalition is doing to support aging Illinoisians and those who are caring for them. Executive Director, Amy Brennan, will share the goals of the Coalition, engagement with national caregiving organizations and state government including working with the Caregiver Workgroup for the Illinois Multi Sector Plan on Aging (EngAging Illinois). Come join us to learn about these next steps with the Caregiving Workgroup & howyou can get involved.
Click here on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 3pm - https://conta.cc/3KuL9cg

Email from Illinois Department on Aging Resident and Family Support Council meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month!   The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program would like to invite you to attend o

04/20/2026

04/14/2026

At Today's Meeting, April 14, 2026 - Topic: 2026 Illinois Legislative Update from the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program.
Description: Jessica Belsly, Ombudsman Specialist, will discuss the Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program legislative initiatives for 2026, as well as other bills currently being considered by the Illinois House and Senate that could affect individuals residing in long-term care. Additionally, she’ll take us through the process of how to file a witness slip and discuss the importance of making your voice heard in the legislative process. Click here on Today at 3pm - https://conta.cc/3KuL9cg

Email from Illinois Department on Aging The meeting is TODAY @ 3:00pm!   Resident and Family Support Council Meeting today. Just click on the link below to join the meeting at 3:00pm! Meeting Today, T

04/13/2026

Join Us at the Table this October for Residents' Rights Month! This year, we are highlighting the central role that food, mealtime, and community play in residents’ daily lives.

Consumer Voice will be creating a recipe book featuring a selection of residents’ favorite recipes, meal traditions, and the memories that surround them. Learn more about RRM and this year's Resident’s Voice Challenge on our website: https://theconsumervoice.org/2026-residents-rights-month/

04/13/2026

At Our Next Meeting, April 14, 2026 - Topic: 2026 Illinois Legislative Update from the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program.
Description: Jessica Belsly, Ombudsman Specialist, will discuss the Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program legislative initiatives for 2026, as well as other bills currently being considered by the Illinois House and Senate that could affect individuals residing in long-term care. Additionally, she’ll take us through the process of how to file a witness slip and discuss the importance of making your voice heard in the legislative process. Click here on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 3pm - https://conta.cc/3KuL9cg

Email from Illinois Department on Aging Resident and Family Support Council meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month!   The State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program would like to invite you to attend o