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The Aging and Disability Services Division's Advocates
for Elders, formerly called the
Community Ombudsmen, provide the following services on a statewide basis:
 | Advocacy and assistance to frail older adults, who are 60 years of
age or older, primarily homebound and living in the community. |
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| Resources
and information to any older adult, their family and friends, and/or
community and advocacy groups. |
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Advocates for Elders also
conduct:
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| Public presentations relevant to Aging and Disability Services
Division's
programs and services |
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| Outreach to locate and identify resources and services |
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Advocates for Elders also participate on special
older adult
task forces and work with senior community groups.
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The
services of the Advocate for Elders
are free and confidential.
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There are two Advocates for Elders within the Aging and
Disability Services Division.
Please contact the Las
Vegas or Reno
office to speak with an Advocate for Elders.
The closest Advocate to your location will assist you.
Services are provided statewide.
You
can also email an Advocate for Elders.
To do so, please click the appropriate link below:
Northern
Nevada
Southern
Nevada
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