I am concerned about an older person who may be experiencing abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation
Reporting Elder Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation
Maine Adult Protective Services is the agency tasked with investigating allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of older Mainers. This website has contact information for making reports by phone or through a webform.
Legal Services for Maine Elders
Legal Services for Maine Elders providers free legal help for Mainers 60 and older and can help with elder abuse and financial exploitation.
Sexual Assault Helpline
Maine has a free, private, 24/7 helpline where an advocate can be reached. The Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault website also includes links to Maine’s Sexual Assault Support Centers.
Statewide Domestic Abuse Hotline
The Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence website includes the number for the Statewide Domestic Abuse Hotline and other resources for getting help related to domestic abuse
Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
“The Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is a non-profit agency whose mission is to advocate for quality of life and care for long-term care consumers. Our services are free and confidential. Federal law and Maine law authorize our staff to investigate complaints made by or on behalf of long-term care consumers and to assist consumers in exercising their rights that are guaranteed by law.”