Milestones Area Agency on Aging Elder Abuse Prevention

EAPA staff help assist people who voluntarily accept our services. The process includes:

• A confidential referral and intake process

• Ongoing assessment of the situation and risks

• Development of intervention plans to reduce identified risks

• Continued follow-up until it is agreed our services are no longer needed

• The Milestones Adult Rights Specialist collaborates with community providers to facilitate the safety and well-being of individuals through education targeted to help individuals be well-informed regarding available services and supports. Training is also available to businesses to help employees recognize potential physical, mental, or financial exploitation with tips on how to respond.

• We offer Adult/Elder Abuse Awareness presentations to community groups and organizations, and resources, information, and proactive solutions are made available to individuals and families that have concern for their safety and well-being.

• If you suspect abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult and want to discuss the situation, call the Adult/Elder Rights Specialist at Milestones Area Agency on Aging, 1-855-410-6222.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1.  To make a dependent adult abuse report, call the Department of Human Services at 800-362-2178.