
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:
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.
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