North Carolina H343 allocates funds to create four full-time ombudsman positions to enhance protections for long-term care residents.
North Carolina H343 appropriates funds to the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Aging and Adult Services, to establish four full-time ombudsman positions within the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. These ombudsmen will advocate for residents' rights, improve care quality, and assist in resolving issues without formal complaints. The funding is set at $380,000 for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and $397,000 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
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