Adult Protective Services

Description	The Adult Protective Service (APS) Program responds to cases of suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of impaired adults. Specifically, the program serves persons who are aged 18 or over, who have a physical or mental impairment, and who are not living in a long term care facility (for example, a nursing home). The APS program is staffed by trained social workers who provide assistance.
Eligibility	Adults, aged 18 or over with physical or mental impairments who are living in the community and who are subject to abuse, neglect or exploitation.
Availability	Statewide
Info or Enrollment	APS is operated by Delaware Health and Social Services Office of the Secretary. For assistance, contact the Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) by phone or email.
More Resources	Guide to Services for Older Delawareans and Persons with Disabilities Delaware Aging and Disability Resource Center Service Provider Search
Related Links	National Center on Elder Abuse National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse National Adult Protective Services Association U.S Department of Justice - Elder Justice Initiative National Resource Center on Domestic Violence: Preventing and Responding to Domestic and Sexual Violence in Later Life

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