173.25 Cooperation and coordination with agencies.
173.25 Cooperation and coordination with agencies.
The office of the state long-term care ombudsperson program shall, in carrying out the provisions and purposes of sections 173.14 to 173.26 of the Revised Code, advise, consult, and cooperate with any agency, program, or other entity related to the purposes of the office. Any agency, program, or other entity related to the purposes of the office shall advise, consult, and cooperate with the office.
The office shall attempt to establish effective coordination with government-sponsored programs that provide legal services to the elderly and with protective and advocacy programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, mental retardation, or mental illness.
Effective Date: 12-02-1996