If the situation is an emergency and an adult is in immediate danger, call 911.

Report Adult Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation in Albemarle County

To report concerns of abuse, neglect, or exploitation directly to Albemarle County call 434-972-4010, Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm. Ask to speak to the Adult Service Intake Worker.

For after-hours and on weekends, please call the State Hotline at 888-832-3858.

Caution: Please be aware that email may cause delays and confidentiality may not be ensured, therefore, calling is highly recommended.

What to Report

Below is a list of what to report.

• The name of adult being reported
• The adult’s age and disability
• Where the incident occurred
• A description of how the adult is at risk or is currently being abused, neglected and/or exploited
• Indicators of Adult Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation

About Adult Protective Services

Adult Protective Services (APS) is on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to receive and investigate reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation regarding persons 60 years or older and adults who are 18 or older and who are incapacitated. Intervention, APS services, and adult services are provided based on assessment. Any person may report suspected abuse to APS.

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