Selecting a Nursing Facility
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

        

Selecting a Nursing Facility
  
Making the decision to move to a nursing or rest home can be very difficult.  Bristol’s Information and Referral unit can provide many resources to help you select the right facility.

For a list of area nursing homes, click here.
 
For a checklist that will help you evaluate nursing homes, click here.

Medicare also offers a tool which allows you to compare nursing homes based on past performance.
Click here to Medicare's Nursing Home Compare. 

Call Bristol at (508) 675-2101 or e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  for additional resources.

Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

What is it?
A program which provides resolution of concerns and complaints, advocacy and information, and referral to residents of nursing and rest homes.  Ombudsman staff and volunteers regularly visit with and advocate for residents.

Who’s eligible?
Resident of nursing or rest homes. 

Which facilities does Bristol serve?
All nursing and rest homes in Greater Attleboro, Greater Fall River, and Greater Taunton. 

Is there a cost?
No.

How do I contact my Ombudsman?
Call the Ombudsman Program Director at (774) 627-1326 or e-mail her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

What if I want to become an Ombudsman? 
Volunteers are always needed.  Call the Ombudsman Program Director at (774) 627-1326 or e-mail her at Ombudsman@bristolelder.org.