Senior Abuse Law

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

To report suspected elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Louisiana:

• 1-800-259-4990 (For suspected elder mistreatment, in state line).
• 1-800-898-4910 (For suspected elder mistreatment, out of state line).

To telephone the Long Term Care Ombudsman from within Louisiana, dial 1-866-632-0922. If calling from outside Louisiana, telephone 1-225-342-7100.

Louisiana State Government Agencies

The following Louisiana agencies can help you file a complaint against a nursing or long-term care facility, as well as provide you with additional information and support regarding senior neglect and abuse:

• Louisiana Elderly Protective Services
• Louisiana Governor’s Office of Elderly Affairs
• Louisiana Long Term Care Ombudsman
• Louisiana Office of Attorney General

Louisiana Laws and Regulations

The following laws were enacted to help protect seniors in Louisiana against abuse:

• Louisiana Revised Statute Annotated § 14:403.2 Abuse and Neglect of Adults
• Louisiana Revised Statute Annotated § 15:501 through § 15:511 Abuse and Neglect of Adults

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