Establishes a senior independent housing ombuds program to protect seniors living independently.

The bill mandates that housing providers post notices about the senior independent housing ombuds in every building. It creates the office of the state senior independent housing ombuds to oversee the program. Ombuds must have training in gerontology and related areas, and must not have ties to senior housing facilities. They will investigate complaints, monitor laws, provide information, and train volunteers. The department will collect fees and maintain a database of senior housing units. The ombuds will have access to residents and records, with confidentiality protections.

Establishes a senior independent housing ombuds program to protect seniors living independently.

The bill mandates that housing providers post notices about the senior independent housing ombuds in every building. It creates the office of the state senior independent housing ombuds to oversee the program. Ombuds must have training in gerontology and related areas, and must not have ties to senior housing facilities. They will investigate complaints, monitor laws, provide information, and train volunteers. The department will collect fees and maintain a database of senior housing units. The ombuds will have access to residents and records, with confidentiality protections.