Senior Abuse Law

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

To report suspected elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Rhode Island, call the following numbers:

• To report suspected elder mistreatment in the home, call 401-462-0555;
• To report suspected elder mistreatment in long-term care facilities, call 401-785-3340.

State Government Agencies

The following state government agencies can also provide you with assistance, support, and information about filing complaints against nursing homes and reporting senior abuse and neglect:

• Rhode Island Adult Protective Services
• Rhode Island Department of Attorney General
• Rhode Island Department of Health

Laws and Regulations

The following are links to laws that protect and govern the rights of seniors in Rhode Island:

• R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 12-29.1-5 Elderly Violence Prevention Act
• R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 42-66-8-11 Elderly Affairs Department: Abuse of Elderly Persons