(1) Following an investigation, the Long Term Care Ombudsman or the designee shall report opinions or recommendations to the party or parties affected and, if appropriate, shall attempt to resolve the complaint using informal techniques of mediation, conciliation and persuasion. Complaints of conditions adversely affecting residents of long term care facilities, or complaints of conditions threatening the safety or well-being of residents that cannot be resolved in the manner described in this section, shall be referred to an appropriate state agency.

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(2) Programs that promote the safety or emotional or physical well-being of residents of long term care facilities shall be promoted and publicized by the ombudsman and the designees. [Formerly 441.121; 2017 c.441 § 15]

[Repealed by 1971 c.727 § 203]