
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
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