Adult Protective Services - Salem, Roanoke County Social Services
Resource Name:Adult Protective Services - Salem, Roanoke County Social Services
address
220 East Main Street, Salem, VA 24153
Eligibility
Older adults and people with disabilities are more at risk for abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
(540) 387-6040
Voice
Languages
Spanish
Application process
Adult Protective Service complaints may be made by calling 540-387-6040 during normal business hours. After-hours emergency complaints should be made to the local police department by calling 540-562-3265 or by calling the state hot-line at 888-832-3858.
Service area
Salem, VA
Roanoke, VA
Investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults 60 years of age or older and incapacitated adults age 18 or older. If protective services are needed and accepted by the individual, local Adult Protective Services social workers may arrange for a wide variety of health, housing, social and legal services to stop the mistreatment or prevent further mistreatment. Services offered may include home based care, transportation, adult day services, adult foster care, nutrition services and legal intervention in order to protect the adult. Services may also be arranged for individuals in emergency situations who lack the capacity to consent to services.
What's Here
Providing organization
Roanoke County Social Services
Promotes citizen independence, self reliance and protection through community based services by providing financial assistance, emotional support, social services.