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Remember: Most cases of elder abuse go undetected. Don’t assume that someone has already reported a suspicious situation. To report suspected abuse in the community, contact Adult Protective Services (APS). If you or someone you know is in a life threatening situation or immediate danger, contact 911 or the local police or sheriff.
24/7 APS Hotline
1-855-444-3911
Muskegon County APS Office
231-733-3612
Ottawa County APS Office
616-394-7220
Oceana County APS Office
231-873-2106
To report suspected abuse in a nursing home or long-term care facility, call 1-800-882-6006
STATE ELDER LOCATOR
1-800-677-1116
275 W. Clay Ave., Suite 100
Muskegon, Michigan 49440
(231) 726-7104
1-800-442-6769
Monday - Friday:
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The SafeSeniors collaborative works to identify, advocate, and seek justice for adult victims of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation within the Muskegon, Ottawa and Oceana counties of Michigan.
You can report any known or possible abuse at any time by calling the 24-hour hotline at 1-855-444-3911.
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