For
immediate danger dial 911 or call your local police.
Call if you
are injured
fear you will be injured
are helping an injured person
suspect someone is being abused and injured
A temporary
shelter is available for some victims of abuse.
If the danger is NOT immediate, but you
do not feel safe
know someone who may not be safe
feel some form of abuse is occurring
Call Adult Protective Services at (914) 995-2259 or 231-2059
(Monday Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
For Emergency Services after hours and on weekends: (914) 995-2099
They will assess the situation and arrange to help the victim.
The law requires
Westchester County Adult Protective Services to conduct
an investigation when they receive oral or written information concerning
a person thought to be in need of protective services. You may report
abuse without having to give your name.
For Non-Emergencies:
If you have any questions about elder abuse, services and programs for the
elderly and caregivers call the Safe Center near your home. (Monday
Friday, business hours)
White Plains: The Safe Center at ElderServe 683-7530
Mount Vernon: 813- 6436
Yorktown: 245-9167
You may also call the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and
Services Elder Abuse Helpline at 813-6436 or 813-6300.
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