Female home carer supporting old woman to stand up from the sofa at care homeAdult Protective Services is committed to helping seniors (60 and older) and dependent adults (ages 18-59) live in a safe environment free from abuse and exploitation. APS investigates, intervenes and provides services to those who are unable to protect their own interests or to care for themselves. Social workers investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation and abandonment, and also help provide information and referrals for housing, food, clothing and case management.

Adult Protective Services also investigates allegations of elder abuse. Types of abuse include:

  • Assault/battery
  • Physical or chemical restraint
  • Sexual abuse
  • Improper use of medication
  • Neglect / abandonment
  • Abduction
  • Financial exploitation
  • Isolation
  • Self-neglect (physical and medical care)
  • Health and safety hazards
  • Malnutrition/dehydration

Adult Protective Services is committed to helping elders and dependent adults in Sutter County live to their highest potential. APS staff can provide information and referrals to:

  • Victim advocacy
  • Counseling
  • Money management
  • Conservatorship
  • Information and referral

Once an abusive situation or event has been reported, APS staff investigates the claim and takes appropriate action. Working in partnership with other agencies, APS works to arrange the services necessary to resolve the current abusive situation and protect the victim from future abuse.

Office: 1445 Veterans Memorial Circle, Yuba City


 

Report Elder Abuse

Call 530-822-5990 during business hours, 530-822-7227 for 24-hour reporting, or submit a report anonymously online.