SMP & Ombudsman




SMP - Senior Medicare Patrol


The SMP Program is designed to empower Seniors to prevent Healthcare Fraud and Safeguard Medicare.


Learn to Protect-Detect-Report. Don't be a target of Healthcare Fraud. If you suspect or have a concern about healthcare fraud, feel free to contact us

Long-Term Care Ombudsman


The Long-Term Care Ombudsman (LTC) Program was established under federal mandate through the Older American's Act. A LTC Ombudsman is an advocate for the rights and well-being of nursing home and assisted-living facility residents.


What services are available through the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program?


  • Education - to inform residents, families, facility staff and others on a variety of issues related to aging, long term care and residents' rights.
  • Information and Referrals - to empower individuals to resolve concerns and complaints on their own behalf
  • Consultation - to make recommendations for protection the rights of residents and improving their care and quality of life.
  • Individual Advocacy - to facilitate the resolution of concerns and complaints and to protect the rights of residents
  • Systems Advocacy - to identify significant concerns and problematic trends and to advocate for systemic changes that will benefit current and future residents of long-term care facilities.


For more information click below or call Midland Area Agency on Aging
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