# D.C. Code § 7-702.01: Purpose and functions

> District of Columbia · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.01

## Section

- **Citation:** D.C. Code § 7-702.01
- **Heading:** Purpose and functions
- **Jurisdiction:** District of Columbia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** DC Code / Title 7 / Chapter 7 / § 7-702.01

## Text

There is established a Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program for the District of Columbia. The program shall provide a comprehensive continuum of advocacy services for older persons and other persons who are residents in the District, which shall include:
(1) Advocating for the rights of older persons and other persons who are residents;
(2) Investigating and resolving any complaint made by or on behalf of an older person or other person who is a resident; and
(3) Monitoring the quality of care, services provided, and quality of life experienced by older persons and residents to ensure that the care and services are in accordance with applicable District and federal laws.

## Nearby sections

- [D.C. Code § 7-701.01 § 7-701.01. Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-701.01.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-702.01 § 7-702.01. Purpose and functions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.01.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-702.02 § 7-702.02. Long-Term Care Ombudsman — appointment; vacancy.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.02.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-702.03 § 7-702.03. Long-Term Care Ombudsman — Training and experience.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.03.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-702.04 § 7-702.04. Long-Term Care Ombudsman — Powers and duties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.04.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-702.05 § 7-702.05. Complaint investigation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.05.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-702.06 § 7-702.06. Confidentiality of records and identities of residents.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.06.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-702.07 § 7-702.07. Immunity from liability.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.07.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-703.01 § 7-703.01. Access to long-term care facilities.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-703.01.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-703.02 § 7-703.02. Access to records.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-703.02.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-703.03 § 7-703.03. Visits to the home of a resident.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-703.03.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-704.01 § 7-704.01. Enforcement; penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-704.01.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-705.01 § 7-705.01. Injunctive relief.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-705.01.md)
- [D.C. Code § 7-705.02 § 7-705.02. Civil action for damages.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-705.02.md)

---

Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_DC_T7_C7_S7-702.01. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.