Elder Abuse
Seniors are among our most vulnerable victims. The Victim Assistance Division has a Victim Advocate who is assigned to provide community referrals and emotional support through the prosecution of a case for victims of elder abuse. The Victim Advocate has received specialized training to address the unique victimization issues of elder abuse victims.
Find Us
Office Location:
555 Court St NE, Suite 3231
Salem, OR 97301
Mailing Address:
PO Box 14500
Salem, OR 97309
Office Hours:
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
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How Can I get help if I am the elder being abused?
You can also call Elder Care Locator at 1-800-677-1116. The person who answers the phone will refer you to a local agency that can help. The Elder Care Locator answers the phone Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Or you can call the telephone numbers listed in "Reporting Elder Abuse" below.
Victims of Elder Abuse may be eligible for a restraining order.
You may go to the following website to download an application for a Restraining Order for Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities Abuse Prevention Act (EPPDAPA):
http://www.courts.oregon.gov/programs/family/domestic-violence/Pages/elderly-abuse.aspx
Reporting Elder Abuse
If you know an elder in danger, call:
911
Local Police Department
Emergency Room at your local hospital (in Salem 503-561-5200)
North West Seniors and Disabilities Services (in Salem 503-304-3400)
You can remain anonymous.
For information regarding Elder Abuse, please visit the below websites:
www.helpguide.org
www.oregon.gov
www.ndvh.org
www.aginginplace.org
www.healthinaging.org
