The purpose of Adult Protective Services is to assist disabled and elder adults in need of protection to prevent or discontinue abuse, neglect, or exploitation until that condition no longer requires intervention. The disabled adult has the right to self-determination.
All services provided are voluntary unless court ordered.
Services provided should be least restrictive in nature and community based when possible. Family members and others who are concerned for the disabled adult should be allowed and encouraged to take responsibility. The State will accept responsibility only when no other resource is available. The Adult Protective Services agency is a unit of the Division of Aging and Adult Services. If you have questions, or comments regarding the Adult Protective Services Web Site, Please send us and E-Mail.