Helplines, Hotlines, and Referral Sources

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

• 1-800-252-5400

To report non emergency situations that do not require an immediate response, you may report online by visiting http://www.txabusehotline.org/

To reach regional Long Term Care Ombudsman offices, consult the Area Agencies on Aging Directory

For Texas Department of Family and Protective Services statistics and/or other publications, Click Here. Adult Protective Services publications are also available online.

State Government Agencies

• Texas Adult Protective Services
• Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services
• Texas Long Term Care Ombudsman
• Texas Office of Attorney General

Law & Regulations

• Tex. Hum. Res. Code Ann., Chpt. 48 Investigations and Protective Services for Elderly and Disabled Persons
• Tex. Admin. Code § 40.19-705 Adult Protective Services

Other Resources

• Department of Family and Protective Services: Adult Abuse & Exploitation: It’s Everyone’s Business!

To submit updated state hotline, helpline, or web information, Click Here or email NCEA-info@aoa.hhs.gov.