Ombudsman Edward Guzman will offer information and other long-term care facilities and services, and on legislative and policy issues at his “Long Term Care Information & Assistance” presentation at the next WOW! Working on Wellness radio forum.
The presentation is set for 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11, KSQM 91.5 FM.
Guzman has a passion for advocacy on behalf of people needing long-term care, event organizers note. As an ombudsman, he is responsible for resolving complaints made by or for residents of long-term care facilities.
He educates consumers and long-term care providers about residents’ rights and good care practices, and he promotes community involvement through volunteer opportunities.
WOW! Working on Wellness is a health education program of Dungeness Valley Health & Wellness Clinic — Sequim’s free clinic.
The clinic provides basic urgent care and chronic health care services to uninsured community members.
The clinic’s work is supported by more than 70 volunteers, including physicians, other professional health care providers and laypersons, as well as private and public donations from the Sequim community and beyond.
The Basic Urgent Care Clinic is open to patients on Monday and Thursday evenings beginning at 5 p.m.
Individuals interested in supporting the clinic are encouraged to call 360-582-0218.
