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Identifying and Reporting Elder Abuse Orange County Adult Protective Services (APS) are directed at preventing or remedying neglect, abuse or exploitation of adults who are unable to protect their own interests because of age or disability. Population Served • Elders - age 65 or older • Dependent adults - physically, mentally, or developmentally disabled 18-64 year olds Contact Information for Reporting If you suspect that an elder or dependent adult is the victim of abuse: • In the community (e.g. in a private home setting), contact APS at 800-451-5155 (24-Hour Hotline). • In a licensed care facility (i.e. nursing home or board and care facility), contact Long - Term Care Ombudsman Service at 714-479-0107. In an emergent situation inform your local police department or dial 911. * The name of the reporting party is confidential. It is not disclosed to the victim, their family, or the alleged abuser. Type of Abuse: Physical Abuse • Beating, slapping, pushing, or kicking • Restrictions on freedom of movement, such as confining the victim in the bedroom • Overmedication • Sexual exploitation • Withholding food or Water Financial Abuse The mismanagement of money or stealing property belongs to the victim. This can include: • Theft (the act of stealing) • Extortion (taking money or property through pressure, threats or intimidation) • Fraud (taking money or property by deception or misrepresentation) Rev. 11.29.15 25B-14