Helplines, Hotlines, and Referral Sources

To report suspected elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation in West Virginia:

• 1-800-352-6513 (24 Hour Statewide Hotline) or visit the Department of Health & Human Resources Local County Office Directory to contact specific county offices directly regarding suspected elder mistreatment.

To reach the Long-Term Care Ombudsman telephone 1-800-834-0598, or visit the West Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman Directory.

Additional Information

For state aging services statistics and/or other publications, Click Here .

State Government Agencies

• West Virginia Adult Protective Services
• West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services
• West Virginia Long Term Care Ombudsman
• West Virginia Office of Attorney General

Laws and Regulations

• West Virginia Code §§ 9-6-1-14; 9-6-16 Adult Protective Services
• West Virginia Code §§ 16-5L-1 through 16-5L-22 Long-Term-Care Ombudsman Program

Other Resources

• West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Domestic Violence in Later Life

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