Helplines, Hotlines, and Referral Sources

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

• 800-752-6200 (for suspected elder mistreatment in the home or in long term care facilities)
• 800-372-2973 (To reach the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program calling within Kentucky)
• 800-372-2991 (To reach the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program calling from out-of-state)
• 800-627-4702 (For TTY access to the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program)
• 800-200-3633 (To reach the Legal Helpline for Older Kentuckians)

Additional Information

• Individuals wishing to report suspected elder mistreatment may telephone the state help lines listed above, or visit the Adult Protective Services Local Office Search to contact specific county Offices of Protection and Permanency.
• Long Term Care Ombudsman Districts Listing
• State elder abuse statistics and/or other publications

State Government Agencies

• Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
• Kentucky Office of Attorney General
• Kentucky Office of Inspector General

Laws and Regulations

• Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 209.0 Protection of Adults
• Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 216.936 Expansion of Nurse Aide Abuse Registry to Include Home Health Aides (PDF)
• Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 508.100 to 508.120 Definitions