Make a Difference: Volunteer Opportunities at Access Care Partners

During National Volunteer Week, this April 20=26, we take time to express our deep appreciation for the incredible volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to supporting our consumers. Volunteers are the heart of our organization, making a real difference in the lives of older adults and individuals with disabilities. Their efforts ensure that our consumers receive the care, companionship, and advocacy they need to live with dignity and independence. We are profoundly grateful for their commitment and the impact they create every day.

At Access Care Partners, we are dedicated to supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities in leading independent, dignified lives. Volunteers are essential to our mission. Whether you have a few hours a week or want to make a long-term commitment, there are meaningful ways to get involved. Explore these rewarding volunteer opportunities and see how you can make a difference in your community.

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Spotlight on Support - Long Term Care Ombudsman

When a loved one lives in a nursing home or rest home, it’s natural to have questions or concerns about their care, comfort, and rights. That’s where Access Care Partners’ Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program comes in.

Our trained Ombudsman volunteers serve as advocates and a voice for residents living in long-term care facilities—ensuring their rights are respected and their concerns are heard.

What the Ombudsman Program Offers:

🤝 Advocacy for residents of nursing homes and rest homes

📞 Confidential support to help resolve concerns about care, safety, food, staff treatment, roommate issues, and more

🧾 Information about resident rights, care standards, and facility responsibilities

🏡 Regular visits to facilities to meet with residents and staff

All services are free and confidential, and residents (or their loved ones) can contact the program at any time.

“Our role is to listen, advocate, and empower residents. Everyone deserves to feel safe, heard, and respected in the place they call home,” says our Ombudsman Program Director.

📞 To speak with an Ombudsman or learn more, call Access Care Partners at 413-538-9020 or go to accesscarepartners.org.



💼 Make a Difference: Become an Ombudsman Volunteer!

We're also looking for compassionate volunteers to join our Ombudsman team. With just a few hours a week, you can help protect residents’ rights and ensure their voices are heard. Training is provided. Learn more at accesscarepartners.org/volunteer.