Adult Protective Services (APS)

Agency : Lake County Department of Human Services

Location: 112 W 5TH ST - Lake County

Telephone: (719) 486-2088

Description: The APS Program offers: - Protective services to At-RISK-ADULTS. Definition: "An individual eighteen years of age or older who is susceptible to mistreatment, self-neglect, or exploitation because the individual is unable to perform or obtain services necessary for his/her health, safety, or welfare or lacks sufficient understanding or capacity to make or communicate responsible decisions concerning his/her person or affairs." Types of Abuse: - Physical Abuse - Sexual Abuse - Caregiver Neglect - Self Neglect - Exploitation Reporting: If you are concerned about a friend, neighbor or loved one in any of the above areas mentioned you are encouraged to call the state hotline 844-264-5437 Program also refers possible criminal activities to law enforcement and/or the district attorney for criminal investigation and possible prosecution.

Address: 112 W 5TH ST

Hours: N/A

Eligibility: At risk adults over age 18 Area Served: Lake County

Categories: Adult Protective Intervention/Investigation

Application Process: Contact 1-844-264-5437 to report suspected abuse.

Languages Offered: English, Spanish

Disability Access: Full Access

Wheelchair Accessibility: Yes

Available to Immigrants w/o Documentation: No

Insurance Accepted: No