Hours: 24/7 (per state elder abuse toolkit); staffed primarily during business hours
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult in Alabama
Service area: Alabama
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Reports may be made anonymously.

Alaska Adult Protective Services Report of Harm

State of Alaska Department of Health, Adult Protective Services

Cross-referenced

1-800-478-9996

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm (toll-free in-state); local line 907-269-3666
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected harm to a vulnerable adult in Alaska
Service area: Alaska
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Official .gov page returned 403 on automated fetch; number corroborated by secondary directories.

Arizona Adult Protective Services Hotline

Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES)

Verified (authority)

1-877-767-2385

Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-7pm; weekends/holidays 10am-6pm; online reporting available 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Arizona
Service area: Arizona
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Also known as 1-877-SOS-ADULT. TTY/TDD: 877-815-8390.

Arkansas Adult Maltreatment Hotline

Arkansas Department of Human Services, Adult Protective Services

Verified (authority)

1-800-482-8049

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult in Arkansas
Service area: Arkansas
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

California Adult Protective Services Statewide Line

California Department of Social Services (CDSS)

Verified (authority)

1-833-401-0832

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English, Spanish
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an elder (60+) or dependent adult (18-59 with disabilities) in California
Service area: California
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Caller enters a 5-digit zip code and is routed to the Adult Protective Services agency for that county.

Colorado Adult Protective Services Statewide Hotline

Colorado Department of Human Services

Cross-referenced

1-844-264-5437

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English, Spanish
For: anyone reporting mistreatment or self-neglect of an at-risk adult in Colorado
Service area: Colorado
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Colorado appears to use the same centralized statewide intake line (1-844-264-5437) for both child and at-risk-adult reports, per multiple county government pages; direct fetch of cdhs.colorado.gov was blocked (403).

Connecticut Protective Services for the Elderly Intake Line

Connecticut Department of Social Services

Verified (authority)

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm; after hours/weekends/holidays route through 2-1-1 Infoline
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or abandonment of an elderly person in Connecticut
Service area: Connecticut
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

1-888-385-4225 is the in-state toll-free line; 1-800-203-1234 is the out-of-state toll-free line. Not staffed 24/7 directly, but after-hours reports route through 211.

Delaware Adult Protective Services Hotline

Delaware Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities (DSAAPD)

Verified (authority)

1-888-277-4302

Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an older adult or adult with a disability in Delaware
Service area: Delaware
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Also known as 1-888-APS-4302. Launched November 2022. Online reporting form also available.

DC Adult Protective Services Hotline

DC Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL)

Verified (authority)

202-541-3950

Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected mistreatment, exploitation, or abuse of a vulnerable adult in the District of Columbia
Service area: District of Columbia
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Not toll-free (local DC number).

Florida Abuse Hotline (Adult Protective Services line)

Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)

Verified (authority)

1-800-962-2873

Online chat

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English, Spanish
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Florida
Service area: Florida
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same central number as the child abuse hotline; press 2 to report vulnerable adult abuse. TTY: 1-800-955-8771.

Georgia Adult Protective Services Reporting Line

Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services

Verified (authority)

1-866-552-4464

Online chat

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm; select option 3 to report abuse, neglect, or exploitation
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a senior or adult with disabilities in Georgia
Service area: Georgia
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Georgia's Aging and Disability Network line; not staffed 24/7. Call 911 for emergencies.

Idaho Adult Protective Services Reporting Line

Idaho Commission on Aging

Verified (authority)

Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Idaho
Service area: Idaho
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

877-471-2777 is the toll-free statewide line; 208-334-3833 is the Boise-area line. Hours not stated on source page; call 911 for emergencies.

Illinois Adult Protective Services Hotline

Illinois Department on Aging

Verified (authority)

1-866-800-1409

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, or self-neglect of an adult 60+ or a person with disabilities age 18-59 in Illinois
Service area: Illinois
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

TTY: 1-888-206-1327. Separate hotlines exist for nursing home (1-800-252-4343) and supportive living facility (1-844-528-8444) complaints.

Indiana Adult Protective Services Statewide Hotline

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services

Verified (authority)

1-800-992-6978

Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable/endangered adult in Indiana
Service area: Indiana
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

APS is not an emergency responder; call 911 for immediate danger. Out-of-state callers may use 1-800-545-7763 ext. 20135.

Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse Hotline

Iowa Health and Human Services (HHS)

Verified (authority)

800-362-2178

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a dependent/vulnerable adult in Iowa
Service area: Iowa
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same statewide number used for both child and dependent adult abuse reporting.

Kansas Adult Protective Services Reporting Line

Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)

Verified (authority)

1-800-922-5330

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or self-neglect of an elder or adult with disabilities in Kansas
Service area: Kansas
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same statewide central intake number used for both child abuse and adult abuse reporting.

Kentucky Adult Protective Services Reporting Hotline

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), Department for Community Based Services

Verified (authority)

1-877-597-2331

Online chat

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Kentucky
Service area: Kentucky
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same central statewide number handles both child and adult protective services reports; used for after-hours, weekend, and holiday reports.

Louisiana Elderly Protective Services

Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs (GOEA)

Verified (authority)

1-833-577-6532

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM; after-hours reports can be made at 1-844-945-2377
Cost: free
Languages: English, Spanish (1-800-737-1813)
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a Louisiana resident age 60+
Service area: Louisiana
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

For adults ages 18-59, Adult Protective Services can be reached at 1-800-898-4910. TTY via Louisiana Relay 1-800-846-5277 or 711.

Maine Adult Protective Services Hotline

Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office of Aging and Disability Services

Verified (authority)

1-800-624-8404

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult in Maine
Service area: Maine
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

In-state alternate line 207-287-1234; Maine Relay 711 during regular hours.

Maryland Child & Adult Protective Services Hotline (Adult)

Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS)

Verified (authority)

1-800-917-7383

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult or senior in Maryland
Service area: Maryland
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Also known as 1-800-91-PREVENT; this combined hotline handles both child and adult protective services reports.

Massachusetts Elder Abuse Hotline

Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs

Cross-referenced

1-800-922-2275

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English, 100+ languages via interpreter services
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a Massachusetts resident age 60+
Service area: Massachusetts
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Calls route to one of 22 designated regional Protective Services agencies.

Michigan Centralized Intake for Abuse and Neglect (Adult)

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)

Verified (authority)

1-855-444-3911

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Michigan
Service area: Michigan
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

This single hotline handles reports of both child and adult (vulnerable adult) abuse/neglect.

Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC)

Minnesota Department of Human Services

Verified (web)

1-844-880-1574

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected maltreatment of a vulnerable adult in Minnesota
Service area: Minnesota
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Common Entry Point (CEP); routes reports to the appropriate county, law enforcement, or state investigative agency.

Mississippi Vulnerable Person Abuse Hotline

Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS)

Cross-referenced

1-844-437-6282

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Mississippi
Service area: Mississippi
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

24/7 status confirmed via secondary source (nursinghomecomplaint.org); not explicitly stated on the primary MDHS page.

Missouri Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS)

Verified (authority)

1-800-392-0210

Hours: 7 days a week, 7:00 AM-8:00 PM
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation of an adult in Missouri
Service area: Missouri
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Not staffed overnight; Relay Missouri 1-800-735-2966 during same hours.

Montana Adult Protective Services Hotline

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS)

Verified (authority)

1-844-277-9300

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (except holidays); call 911 for after-hours emergencies
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an older person or adult with a disability in Montana
Service area: Montana
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Nebraska Adult and Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline (Adult Protective Services)

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Adult Protective Services

Cross-referenced

1-800-652-1999

Online chat

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable adult (18+) in Nebraska
Service area: Nebraska
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Nebraska uses one combined statewide hotline for both child and adult/elder abuse reporting.

Nevada Adult Protective Services Hotline

Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD), Elder Protective Services

Verified (authority)

888-729-0571

Hours: Business hours, Monday-Friday; after-hours emergencies go to local police/EMS
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, isolation or abandonment of a vulnerable adult (18-59) or older adult (60+) in Nevada, outside Clark County
Service area: Nevada
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Clark County/Las Vegas has a separate local APS number (702-486-6930); this is the statewide number for all other areas.

New Hampshire Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (Adult Protective Services)

New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services (BEAS)

Verified (authority)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm; after hours/weekends/holidays call 911 or local police
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable/elderly adult in New Hampshire
Service area: New Hampshire
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

New Mexico Adult Protective Services Statewide Intake

New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD), Adult Protective Services

Verified (authority)

1-866-654-3219

Hours: 24/7 for emergent reports of adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation
Cost: free
Languages: English, Spanish
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable or elderly adult in New Mexico
Service area: New Mexico
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

New York State Elder Abuse Helpline

New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA)

Verified (authority)

1-844-697-3505

Hours: 8:30am-8:00pm daily
Cost: free
Languages: English, multiple languages via interpreter
For: anyone reporting suspected elder abuse or seeking help/information in New York
Service area: New York
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

For emergencies call 911; local county Adult Protective Services can also take reports.

NC DHHS Customer Service Center (CARE-LINE)

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Verified (authority)

1-800-662-7030

Cost: free
Languages: English
For: North Carolina residents seeking help connecting to county Adult Protective Services resources for suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an older or disabled adult
Service area: North Carolina
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

North Carolina has no dedicated statewide Adult Protective Services reporting hotline; reports must go to the county Department of Social Services where the person lives, or 911 in an emergency. This DHHS Customer Service Center line is cited by the NC Department of Justice as the statewide line for help connecting to those resources.

North Dakota Adult & Aging Services Abuse Reporting Line

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS), Adult & Aging Services

Verified (authority)

1-855-462-5465

Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse or neglect of a vulnerable adult in North Dakota
Service area: North Dakota
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

TTY users can reach services via Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

Ohio Adult Protective Services Hotline (855-OHIO-APS)

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) / Ohio Department of Aging

Verified (authority)

1-855-644-6277

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: adults 60+ (and vulnerable adults) at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Ohio
Service area: Ohio
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Anonymous reporting accepted; online reporting also available at aps.jfs.ohio.gov.

Oklahoma Statewide Abuse and Neglect Hotline - Adult Protective Services

Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS)

Verified (authority)

1-800-522-3511

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: vulnerable/elder adults at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Oklahoma
Service area: Oklahoma
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same number is shared with the state's child abuse hotline; online reporting also available at OKHotline.org.

Oregon Abuse Reporting Hotline - Adult Protective Services

Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS)

Verified (authority)

1-855-503-7233

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: older adults (65+) and adults with disabilities at risk of abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation in Oregon
Service area: Oregon
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same hotline number is shared with the child abuse hotline.

Pennsylvania Elder Abuse Hotline

Pennsylvania Department of Aging

Verified (authority)

1-800-490-8505

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: older adults at risk of abuse or neglect in Pennsylvania, in any living situation
Service area: Pennsylvania
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Anonymous reports accepted.

RI Office of Healthy Aging - Elder Abuse Reporting Line

Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging (OHA)

Verified (authority)

1-401-462-0555

Hours: Available anytime for reports; general ADRC info line 401-462-4444 is 24/7
Languages: English
For: older adults at risk of physical or financial abuse in Rhode Island
Service area: Rhode Island
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Not a toll-free number; anonymous reports accepted.

SC Abuse & Neglect Reporting Hotline - Vulnerable Adults (1-888-CARE4US)

South Carolina Department of Social Services (SCDSS)

Cross-referenced

1-888-227-3487

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: vulnerable adults (18+) at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in South Carolina
Service area: South Carolina
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same number is shared with SC's child abuse hotline. Could not directly load dss.sc.gov to confirm firsthand (network error); corroborated across multiple secondary sources referencing the DSS number.

Dakota at Home - Adult Protective Services Reporting Line

South Dakota Department of Human Services, Division of Long Term Services and Supports

Verified (authority)

1-833-663-9673

Cost: free
Languages: English
For: vulnerable adults and elders at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in South Dakota
Service area: South Dakota
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Hours of operation not published on the state directory page found; call 911 for emergencies.

Tennessee Adult Protective Services Hotline (1-888-APS-TENN)

Tennessee Department of Human Services (DHS), Adult Protective Services

Verified (authority)

1-888-277-8366

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: elderly and vulnerable adults at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Tennessee
Service area: Tennessee
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Anonymous reporting accepted; online reporting also available.

Texas Abuse Hotline (Adult Protective Services)

Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

Verified (authority)

1-800-252-5400

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English, Spanish
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect, or exploitation of an elderly or disabled adult in Texas
Service area: Texas
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same unified DFPS intake line as the child abuse hotline; TTY/relay via 711.

Utah Adult Protective Services

Utah Division of Aging and Adult Services (DHHS)

Verified (authority)

1-800-371-7897

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm by phone; online reporting available 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Utah
Service area: Utah
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Phone line is business-hours only; use online form or 911 (emergency) outside those hours.

Vermont Adult Protective Services

Vermont Division of Licensing and Protection

Cross-referenced

1-800-564-1612

Hours: Business hours main line; after-hours reports via 1-800-649-5285
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable adult in Vermont
Service area: Vermont
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Primary .gov page returned HTTP 403 on direct fetch; numbers confirmed via secondary directories citing dlp.vermont.gov.

Virginia Adult Protective Services Hotline

Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)

Cross-referenced

1-888-832-3858

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult age 60+ or an incapacitated adult in Virginia
Service area: Virginia
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Primary dars.virginia.gov pages returned HTTP 403 on direct fetch; number cross-referenced from search index of that site plus secondary directories.

Washington Adult Protective Services Intake Line

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS)

Verified (authority)

1-877-734-6277

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult in Washington state
Service area: Washington
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

TTY 1-833-866-5595.

WV Centralized Intake for Abuse and Neglect (Adult)

West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources

Verified (authority)

1-800-352-6513

Hours: 24/7
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable adult in West Virginia
Service area: West Virginia
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Same centralized intake line as the child abuse hotline.

Wisconsin Elder Abuse Hotline

Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR), in partnership with WI Dept. of Health Services / Dept. of Justice

Verified (web)

1-833-586-0107

Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected elder abuse (age 60+) in Wisconsin
Service area: Wisconsin
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

Reports are routed to the county of responsibility; hours of live-call coverage not explicitly confirmed as 24/7. Also see ReportElderAbuseWI.org for online reporting.

Wyoming DFS Adult Protective Services Toll-Free Line

Wyoming Department of Family Services

Cross-referenced

1-800-457-3659

Hours: On-call caseworker available 24/7; reports otherwise routed to local DFS field office
Cost: free
Languages: English
For: anyone reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable adult in Wyoming
Service area: Wyoming
Country: United States

Verified Aug 12, 2026

Official site Report a problem

DFS's own page lists this as its general statewide toll-free number rather than a dedicated APS-only line; secondary elder-abuse directories specifically attribute it to elder abuse reporting.

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