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Luncheon Honors Ombudsman Volunteers
Volunteer ombudsmen from around the state came together to share some good food, connect with each other, and have fun with a hands-on training—all while celebrating the awesome work they do to support residents in care facilities.
On April 24, 2025, members of RCIL’s NYS Region 9 Ombudsman team hosted a volunteer appreciation luncheon at The Burrstone Inn. The event honored the dedicated volunteers who advocate for and support individuals in long-term care facilities. Volunteer ombudsmen from various counties across the state came together to enjoy a delicious meal and participate in an engaging training activity.
In attendance were:
Volunteers
- Dot Rafferty
- David Maggi
- Dan Alukonis
- Stephen Yax
- Fiona Dejardin and guest Terry Lee Harmon Slade
- James Wurz
- Judy Foster and guest Kenneth Arnold
Additional attendees were:
- Katie Montague
- Deborah Lapoint
- Rosario Thrash
- Cheyenne Hawkins Cardillo
- Jennifer Matcham
- Joseph Caruso
- Diane Roache
- Mansoor Shahid
- Jennifer DePasquale
- Margaret Galloway
- Theresa White
- Mary Ervin
- Jennifer Walrath
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