Provides auditor of state ,government auditor, performing auditing for state and local public offices, identifies and investigates fraud in public agencies, provides financial services to local governments and promotes transparency in government. for residents of Ohio

Listens and independently investigates concerns from families and youth directly impacted by Ohio's children services system. As an independent investigator, an Ombudsman does not provide legal advice or operate as an adversarial agent working on behalf of any one party to a reported conflict. In some cases, a specialist may refer the client to a contact that handles specific issues concerning services in a specific county.

The Ohio Youth and Family Ombudsman reviews youth, family, and community complaints and concerns, while attempting to resolve the issues. They cannot investigate claims of abuse or neglect, nor respond to emergencies.

Serves as the chief executive official of Kentucky. Has veto powers, powers to call special sessions of the legislature, powers to grant pardons and reprieves, and many other appointive, administrative and financial powers.

Investigates complaints and advocates for residents of long term care facilities. Assists nursing home and group home residents with asserting their rights and with problems concerning Medicare, Medicaid, and social security. Handles complaints of long term care services provided in home and community settings. Promotes volunteer visitation and advocacy services.

Contact the Mayor's office with concerns or questions pertaining to the City of Reynoldsburg.

Call the Ombudsman's office when you have exhausted all other resources or more information is needed and you don’t know where to turn. You may also contact them if you aren’t satisfied with BWC or IC services, and you have an emergency that requires immediate action. When you call, please have your BWC claim/policy number or your Social Security number available.

Office of Client Rights receives complaints and/or inquiries from individuals, families, and the community to improve the services provided. The office acts as a separate and distinct office and can answer questions and help faciliate resolution of complaints.

Accepts and assists with resolving complaints of issues, suspicious activity, or scams related to federal student aid programs, including Direct Loans, Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program loans, Perkins Loans, and grant programs.

Investigates complaints from Montgomery County citizens about all government agencies. Provides information about government services, schools, and social services. Offers information, advice and referral services for all levels of government.

Accepts and investigates complaints about the MyCare Ohio program. Provides information regarding rights and benefits to members, families and providers within the service delivery system. Investigates and attempts to resolve complaints regarding program enrollees.

The Long-term Care Ombudsman advocates for people receiving home care, assisted living and nursing home care. Paid and volunteer staff work to resolve complaints about services, help people select a provider and offer information about benefits and consumer rights. Ombudsmen do not regulate nursing homes and home health agencies, but do work with providers, residents, their families and other representatives to resolve problems and concerns. In addition, ombudsmen: - Advocate for person-centered approaches by providers to meet the needs and honor the preferences of residents; - Link residents with services or agencies; - Offer resources for selecting long-term care providers; and - Provide information and assistance with benefits and insurance.

Office of Client Rights receives complaints and/or inquiries from individuals, families, and the community to improve the services provided. The office acts as a separate and distinct office and can answer questions and help faciliate resolution of complaints.

Local government and administration office that handles services such as local zoning, utilities, and taxes.

Provides a means by which individuals may request a state hearing. A state hearing is a meeting with the client, someone from the local agency, and a hearing officer from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS). The person from the local agency will explain the action it has taken or wants to take on the case. Then the client will have a chance to tell why they think it is wrong. The hearing officer will listen to both sides of the argument, and may ask questions to help bring out all the facts. The hearing officer will review the facts presented at the hearing, and recommend a decision based on whether or not the rules were correctly followed in the case.

Providing direct, personalized advocacy services to help individuals with disabilities obtain or retain employment. Rehabilitation counselors work with individuals one-on-one to plan an individualized program leading to gainful employment.

This office will investigate and resolve concerns made by or on behalf of children and families involved with public children services agencies, Title IV-E agencies, or private provider agencies that administer or oversee foster care or placement services for the children services system. The office will ensure the independent and impartial review of youth, family, and community complaints or concerns.

Accepts and investigates MyCare Ohio complaints for Ohioans covered by both Medicare and Medicaid through this program. Services include: - Provide Ombudsman Core Services (information, advocacy, and complaint investigation) for dual-eligible members of MyCare Ohio and the community-well. - Provide information regarding rights and benefits to members, families, and providers within the MyCare Ohio service delivery system. - Investigate and resolve complaints regarding MyCare Ohio enrollees and other LTC consumers receiving care from Managed Care Organizations. - Assist and represent MyCare members and families in administrative hearings and appeal situations in accordance with Ombudsman policy.

Accepts complaints concerning agency services (OWF, Food Stamps, Medicaid, etc.) to help individuals obtain a fair resolution to their concerns.

Accepts and investigates long term care and MyCare Ohio complaints for Ohioians covered by both Medicare and Medicaid through this program. Services include: - Provides Ombudsman Core Services (information, advocacy and complaint investigation) for dual-eligible members of MyCare Ohio and the community-well. - Provides information regarding rights and benefits to members, families and providers within the MyCare Ohio service delivery system. - Investigates and resolves complaints regarding MyCare Ohio enrollees and other LTC consumers receiving care from Managed Care Organizations. - Assists and represents MyCare members and families in administrative hearings and appeal situations in accordance with Ombudsman policy.

Provides a neutral, non-involved party to handle concerns regarding agency service delivery, grievances, and appeals.

Gives constituents an opportunity to obtain assistance on federal problems. Problem areas must be federally funded and federally administered.

Establishes an ongoing dialogue between the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community and the City of Akron Administration. Hears directly from community members about concerns, works collaboratively with the community to advance and advocate for policies which affect the LGBT community, and to eliminate bigotry, discrimination, and prejudice on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. Works to identify solutions and educate about recommended safety measures and available resources.

Accepts reports of fraud, theft, and other incidents of misusing public funds involving elected officials or any public employee in local, county, or state government, and enters them into a centralized statewide incident and investigation management system. Investigates fraud and illegal acts that may affect government resources and assists in the prosecution of subsequent cases. Maintains a public log of fraud reported through the Ohio Fraud Report System. It includes the date of the report, the entity complained of, the nature of the complaint, and the status of the review of the complaint.