Helplines, Hotlines, and Referral Sources

To report suspected elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Iowa:

• 1-800-362-2178 (For suspected elder mistreatment in the home).
• 1-877-686-0027 (For suspected elder mistreatment in long-term care facilities).

To reach the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman, telephone 1-800-532-3213

Additional Information

Individuals wishing to report suspected elder mistreatment may telephone the state help line listed above, or visit the Map of DHS Offices Link to contact specific county offices directly regarding suspected elder mistreatment in the home.
For state elder abuse statistics and/or other publications, Click Here (statistics are located near the middle of the page).

State Government Agencies

• Iowa Department of Human Services, Dependent Adult Abuse Program
• Iowa Department on Aging, Elder Abuse Program
• Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals
• Iowa Long-Term Care Ombudsman
• Iowa Office of the Attorney General
• Iowa Department on Aging, Elder Advocacy and Assistance

Laws & Regulations

• Iowa Code § 235B Adult Abuse
• Iowa Code Title XVI Criminal Law & Procedures, § 726.8 Wanton Neglect or Nonsupport of a Dependent Adult
• Iowa Code Title VI Human Services, § 231.56A Elder Abuse Initiative, Emergency Shelter, and Support Services Projects
• Iowa Code §§ 10A.101 through 10A.801
• Iowa Code §§ 231.41 through 231.44 Long-Term Care Residents’ Advocate