Shasta County Adult Protective Services (APS) is committed to helping seniors (ages 60 and older) and dependent adults (ages 18-59) live in a safe environment, free from abuse and exploitation. APS investigates, intervenes and provides services to those who are unable to protect their own interests or to care for themselves. Social workers investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation and abandonment, and also help provide information and referrals for housing, food, clothing and case management.
Main office and 24-hour abuse hotline: (530) 225-5798
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Adult Protective Services also investigates allegations of elder abuse. Types of abuse include:
- Assault/battery
- Physical or chemical restraint
- Sexual abuse
- Improper use of medication
- Neglect / abandonment
- Abduction
- Financial exploitation
- Isolation
- Self-neglect (physical and medical care)
- Health and safety hazards
- Malnutrition/dehydration
Adult Protective Services is committed to helping elders and dependent adults in Shasta County live to their highest potential. APS staff can provide information and referrals to:
- Victim advocacy
- Counseling
- Money management
- Conservatorship
- Information and referral
Download an Adult Protective Services Brochure to learn more.
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Once an abusive situation or event has been reported, APS staff investigates the claim and takes appropriate action. Working in partnership with other agencies, APS works to arrange the services necessary to resolve the current abusive situation and protect the victim from future abuse.
Office: 2640 Breslauer Way, Redding
If you suspect adult or elder abuse, call (530) 225-5798 or email depperson@shastacounty.gov or sadamec@shastacounty.gov
Download a Report of Suspected Dependent Adult/Elder Abuse form. Complete form and FAX to (530) 245-7693 or mail to: Adult Protective Services, PO Box 496005, Redding, CA 96049-6005. Financial institutions needing to report financial abuse of an adult/elder use the Report of Suspected Dependent Adult/Elder Financial Abuse Form.