Adult Protective Services (APS) is dedicated to serving vulnerable adults. We investigate reports about abuse, abandonment, neglect, exploitation and self-neglect of vulnerable adults in Washington State.

All reports will be screened by Adult Protective Services and/or Residential Care Services. If the person is in immediate danger, call 911. You do not need proof to report suspected abuse and you do not need to give your name.

Adult Protective Services (APS) If you suspect abuse of a vulnerable adult in Washington State call the statewide abuse hotline number or visit the website below. Website: www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa

APS will: Determine if an investigation by APS is appropriate under the law. Report suspected criminal activity to law enforcement. Interview the alleged victim, alleged perpetrator, witnesses, and any other person relevant to the situation.

On the legal front, APS may report the alleged abuser to law enforcement, help get an emergency protective order, an injunction to allow access to an alleged victim or referral for legal assistance. In extreme cases, APS may work with the Attorney General’s office to appoint a guardian.

Make an online report to Adult Protective Services (APS) if the person you suspect is being abused, neglected, abandoned, or exploited is living in their own home or somewhere other than a long-term care setting listed above. You can also …

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Adult Protective Services (APS) is dedicated to serving vulnerable adults. We investigate reports about abuse, abandonment, neglect, exploitation and self-neglect of vulnerable adults in Washington State.

Keep a watchful eye on family, friends and neighbors who may be vulnerable. Understand that abuse, neglect and exploitation can happen to anyone. Know what to look for. Speak up if you have concerns. Trust your instincts! Help limit the vulnerable adult’s isolation. Discuss options with him or her and encourage them to stay in contact with others.

Then report the abuse to the Washington State Department of Health and Human Services (DSHS), Adult Protective Services (APS) by: Calling 1-877-734-6277. TTY line 1-833-866-5595; Emailing [email protected]; Faxing 1-833-866-5590; On the reporting website