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1. What does Adult Protective Services do when a report is made?

Investigators attempt to gather as much information as possible about the report. This may include contacting the person's care-giver(s), family members(s), and physician. If the adult appears to be endangered, an investigator will make an unannounced home visit to assess the situation and determine whether the case is substantiated.

2. What interventions can Adult Protective Services (APS) use?

When a report is substantiated, actions can include:
-Coordinating service providers
-Initiating criminal actions
-Obtaining orders of protection
-Accessing in-home services
-Removing the perpetrator
-Facilitating medical treatment
-Seeking legal remedies
-Advocacy