Senior Abuse Law

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

To report suspected elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation in the home in Washington:

• Call 1-866-363-4276 (1-866-END-HARM)
• Call directly the Adult Protective Services office in your county
• To report suspected mistreatment in long-term care facilities, contact 1-800-562-6078.

The statewide referral line which connects reporters to appropriate investigation agency is 1-866-363-4276.

Washington State Government Agencies

The following Washington 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:

• Washington State Adult Abuse and Prevention Program
• Washington State Aging & Disability Services Administration
• Washington Long-Term Care Ombudsman
• Washington State Office of the Attorney General

Washington Laws and Regulations

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

• Revised Code of Washington, Title 74, Chapter 74.34: Abuse of Vulnerable Adults

Other Resources

• Partners in Protection: A Guide for Reporting Vulnerable Adult Abuse
• Your Legal Right to Make Decisions about Health Care & Advance Directives in Washington State
• Find state elder abuse statistics and/or other publications at Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.