Elder abuse can be physical abuse or neglect, sexual abuse, emotional or psychological abuse, or financial abuse.  These are crimes committed against victims who are age 65 or older.  In Lane County there is a collaborative multidisciplinary team working to educate the community about elder abuse and to provide comprehensive services to victims of elder abuse and their families.

To report Elder Abuse or Neglect, call 541-682-4140 or toll free 800-441-4038 and ask for Adult Protective Services. If someone is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team
Lane County has an Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). The team consists of members from the District Attorney's Office, the Oregon Department of Human Services, Lane County Mental Health, all law enforcement agencies in the county, and other community-based service programs. 

Resources

Lane County Abuse Reporting & Adult Protective Services
541-682-4140 or toll free 800-441-4038

Lane County Circuit Court Restraining Order Services

Oregon Department of Human Services, Adult and Family Services
(503) 945-5921
1-800-282-8096
TTY: 1-800-282-8096

Oregon Department of Justice, Elder Abuse Services

Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection - Medicaid Fraud Services