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Cori Search

Lead Regional Ombudsman
Land of Sky Regional Council - Area Agency on Aging

Cori Search serves as the Lead Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman for the Land of Sky Regional Council Area Agency on Aging (AAA), representing Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, and Transylvania counties. In this role, she advocates for residents living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are protected.

Cori works directly with residents and families to investigate and resolve concerns related to care, safety, and quality of life. She plays a critical role in addressing complaints while promoting accountability and improved standards within long-term care communities.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Gerontology, bringing both academic expertise and practical insight to her work with older adults and long-term care systems.

The Land of Sky Ombudsman Program is dedicated to safeguarding the health, safety, welfare, and rights of long-term care residents. Through her leadership, Cori helps ensure that individuals receive respectful, dignified care and that facilities remain responsive to the needs of those they serve.