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Adult Protective Services

The Adult Protective Services (APS) Division’s programs prevent and protect adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and enhance the independence of older adults and individuals with disabilities.


To report suspected adult abuse, neglect, or exploitation, call your local departments of social services or the 24-hour, toll-free APS hotline at: phone icon (888) 832-3858. phone icon (888) 832-3858.

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Adult Services

The Adult Services Program assists adults with an impairment who need services or support to enhance self-sufficiency and improve their quality of life.

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Adult Protective Services

APS investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults 60 years of age or older and incapacitated adults age 18 or older.

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