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    Report Abuse

    Report Suspected Abuse of an Older Adult

    Abuse reports can be made for an older adult whether they live at home or in a care facility like a nursing home, personal care home, or hospital. Call the 24 Hour Helpline: 1-800-490-8505.

    Call to Report Suspected Abuse or Neglect

    Are You Worried About Someone's Safety?

    Abuse reports can be on behalf of an older adult who lives in any living situation. Reports can be anonymous.

    Common signs and symptoms of abuse may include:

    • Isolation
    • Weight loss
    • Bruises or broken bones
    • Increased confusion
    • Unusual withdrawals from any account
    • Signing over one’s home to another

    The Elder Abuse Helpline is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call 1-800-490-8505 to report suspected abuse or neglect.

    Report Suspected Abuse

    Call to Report Suspected Abuse

    Take action by calling the Elder Abuse Helpline.

    1-800-490-8505

    Learn More About Elder Abuse

    A short elder abuse educational video provides knowledge and resources you may need to take action.