Abuse - Adult Protective Services
Adult Protective Services responds to the abuse, neglect, or exploitation of Richland County's elderly citizens.
If you or a loved one is 60 years of age or older and living in an unsafe situation, or if you suspect an elderly neighbor may be unsafe, call the Adult Protective Services Hotline: 419-774-5473
You may also use the new Ohio Department of Job & Family Services 24 hour online portal starting July 1, 2020 to report elder abuse https://aps.jfs.ohio.gov/
Emergency Assistance - Dial 911
Report Elder Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation at 419-774-5473
After 4:00 pm and Weekends contact First Call 2-1-1 at #211 or 419-522-4636
Outreach
As a service to the community, professionals from Richland County Adult Protective Services are available to speak and present information to local organizations and community partners regarding abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Presentations can be designed to fit your needs and may include opportunities for activities and questions.
Speaking Topics May Include:
- Overview of Elder Abuse/APS
- Indicators of Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
- APS Screening guidelines
- Referral process and expectations
- Collaboration and role of community partners
Community Partners/Resources:
Area Agency on Aging
2131 Park Avenue West
Ontario, OH 44906
Phone: 419-524-4144
www.aaa5ohio.org
Catalyst Life Services
741 Scholl Road
Mansfield, OH 44907
Phone: 419-756-1717
www.catalystlifeservices.org
Catholic Charities
2 Smith Avenue
Mansfield, OH 44905
Phone: 419-524-0733
www.catholiccharitiesnwo.org
Domestic Violence Shelter
P.O. Box 1524
Mansfield, OH 44901
419-774-5840
Mansfield Police Department
30 N. Diamond Street Mansfield, OH 44902 419-522-1234
www.mansfieldpolicedepartment.com
Ontario Police Department 555 Stumbo Road Ontario, OH 44906 419-529-2115
www.ontpd.com
Richland County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board
87 East First Street, Suite L
Mansfield, OH 44902
Phone: 419-774-5811
www.richlandmentalhealth.com
Richland Newhope
314 Cleveland Avenue
Mansfield, OH 44902
419-774-4200
www.rnewhope.org/
Richland County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
38 South Park Street #2
Mansfield, OH 44902
419-774-5676
www.richlandprosecutoroh.us
Victim's Services Division
38 South Park Street
Mansfield, OH 44902
419-774-5676
www.richlandprosecutoroh.us/victim-services-division
Richland County Sheriff's Office
597 Park Avenue East
Mansfield, OH 44905
419-774-5678
Richland County Sheriff's Office
Fax: 419-774-0051
8:00am‑4:00pm
8:00am - 3:30pm
Richland County Job and Family Services
171 Park Ave East
Mansfield, OH 44902