Call emergency services immediately if the person is in immediate danger
Contact local adult protective services or elder abuse hotline
Report suspected abuse to the police if a crime may have occurred
Notify the person’s doctor, nurse, or healthcare provider
Inform the nursing home, assisted living facility, or care agency administrator
Contact the long-term care ombudsman if the abuse involves a care facility
Document the signs, dates, times, names, and any injuries or incidents
Save photos, messages, financial records, or other evidence if available
Encourage the older adult to seek medical attention
Report financial abuse to the bank, credit card company, or financial institution
File a report with state or local elder abuse reporting agencies
Follow up to confirm the report was received and investigated