Adult Protective Services (APS) | CHELP

Investigates allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults and the disabled living in a domestic (non-institutional) setting, including physical and emotional abuse, financial exploitation, confinement/neglect, deprivation of food or medication, sexual abuse, and self-neglect.

Offers 24-hour intakes by phone at the local number. A caseworker will make a home visit to investigate any allegations of abuse and assist the victim. Interventions will be offered to the victim and referrals made to the appropriate organizations. Interventions can include but are not limited to in-home services, legal, medical, relocation, and counseling.