Senior Abuse Law

Where To Report Elder Neglect And Abuse In New Hampshire – Helplines, Hotlines, and Referral Sources

To report suspected elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation in New Hampshire:

• 1-800-949-0470 (For suspected elder mistreatment in the home, in state line).
• 603-271-7014 (For suspected elder mistreatment in the home, out of state line).
• 1-800-442-5640 (To reach the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, in state line).
• 603-271-4375 (To reach the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, out of state line).

State Government Agencies

The following state government agencies can assist you in filing a complaint, as well as offer additional information, resources, and support:

• New Hampshire Adult Protection Program
• New Hampshire Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services
• New Hampshire Long-Term Care Ombudsman
• New Hampshire Department of Justice Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation Unit

Laws and Regulations

The following laws help protect seniors against neglect and abuse in New Hampshire:

• N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. §§ 161-F: 42-47 Ombudsman and Protective Services to Adults
• N.H. Code of Admin. Rules, Chpt. He-E-700 Adult Protection Program

Other Resources

• New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
• State elder abuse statistics and/or other publications, Available Here.