If you (or someone you know) is in a life-threatening situation, immediately call 9-1-1.
Adult Protective Services (APS) provides services to vulnerable and/or incapacitated adults based on a report of abuse, neglect or exploitation. For information, contact the APS hotline (toll free) at 1-877-SOS-ADULT or 1-877-767-2385. These services also cover adults living in nursing homes or other care facilities. There is no cost for these services and citizenship is not a requirement.
Abuse of any kind is serious. If you wish to keep the search activity on your computer private, follow the privacy guidelines.
Other Helpful Information:
- For information on services for senior citizens in different regions of the State, see Aging and Adult Administration Regional Service Directory
- In cases of sexual abuse, contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) (24 hours day; 7 days/week) for confidential help at 1-800-656-HOPE or 1-800-656-4673.
- Breaking the Cycle, created by the Governor's Office, is a domestic violence resource guide with local information for individuals and families throughout Arizona
- For a complaint form and information about nursing homes and other assisted living facilities, contact the Department of Health Services - Office of Assisted Living Licensing.