Washington, DC – EIN 521122531 theconsumervoice.org
We were formed in 1975 because of public concern about substandard care in nursing homes. The Consumer Voice is the outgrowth of work first achieved by advocates working for Ralph Nader and later for the National Gray Panthers. Elma Holder, NCCNHR founder, was working with The Long-Term Care Action Project of the Gray Panthers when she organized a group meeting of advocates from across the country to attend a nursing home industry conference in Washington, DC. At that meeting, representatives of 12 citizen action groups spoke collectively to the industry about the need for serious reform in nursing home conditions.
The Consumer Voice is the leading national voice representing consumers in issues related to long-term care, helping to ensure that consumers are empowered to advocate for themselves. We are a primary source of information and tools for consumers, families, caregivers, advocates and ombudsmen to help ensure quality care for the individual.
To carry out our mission, we:
– Advocate for public policies that support quality care and quality of life responsive to consumers’ needs in all long-term care settings
– Empower and educate consumers and families with the knowledge and tools they need to advocate for themselves
– Train and support individuals and groups that empower and advocate for consumers of long-term care
– Promote the critical role of direct-care workers and best practices in quality-care delivery
The Consumer Voice envisions a world in which all consumers of long-term care, services and supports are treated with respect and dignity and have a wide range of affordable, quality options across all settings. These options will make it possible for individuals to receive care and services in the location and manner of their choice and to attain a high quality of life.
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The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care
The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care
Founded
1975
Founder
Elma Holder
Focus
Elder Care in Long-term Residential Facilities
Location
Washington, DC
Area served
United States
Method
Advocacy
Members
Over 1000
Revenue
Grants and Donations
Employees
9
Volunteers
3
Website
www.theconsumervoice.org
The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care (formerly NCCNHR) was founded by Elma L. Holder in 1975. It is the US voice to improve the quality of care for long-term care consumers. The Consumer Voice is the source for long-term care education, advocacy and policy analysis at both the state and federal level. The organizations ongoing work addresses issues such as inadequate staffing in nursing homes, maintenance of residents' rights and empowerment of residents, and support for family members and development of family councils, among several other important issues.
National Residents' Rights Month
Residents' Rights Month is designated by the Consumer Voice and is celebrated in October each year to honor residents living in all long-term care facilities, including nursing homes, sub-acute units, assisted living, board and care and retirement communities. It is a time for celebration and recognition offering an opportunity for every facility to focus on and celebrate awareness of dignity, respect and the value of each individual resident.
WASHINGTON, DC 20036-5508 | Tax-exempt since July 1981
EIN: 52-1122531
Classification (NTEE) Nursing, Convalescent Facilities (Health — General and Rehabilitative)
Nonprofit Tax Code Designation: 501(c)(3) Defined as: Organizations for any of the following purposes: religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition (as long as it doesn’t provide athletic facilities or equipment), or the prevention of cruelty to children or animals.
Donations to this organization are tax deductible.
