Overview

In Scioto County, the Department of Job & Family Services leads the way in investigating reports of elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of those age 60 and over.  The Adult Protective Services (APS) unit fields countless calls and referrals from partnering agencies, law enforcement, family members, friends and neighbors, and anonymous tips.

Every referral submitted to Adult Protective Services is reviewed and a determination is made as to what, if any, action can be taken.  APS caseworkers work with families, social service agencies and other community resources to develop a plan to improve the situation.

How To Report Abuse

If you know of someone age 60 or over, who is experiencing abuse, neglect, and/or financial exploitation, you can make a referral 24/7/365 by calling the Statewide APS Referral Line at:

1-855-OHIO-APS   (1-855-644-6277)

For referrals specific to Scioto County, you can call Scioto County APS Referral Line during business hours – Monday-Friday from 8am-4:00pm at 1-740-354-6661, Option 1.  

(For referrals made after business hours, please call the Statewide APS Referral Line)