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Ohcaps - Ohiohopes Helpline | Ohio Coalition For Adult Protective Services

Po Box 297916, Columbus, OH 43229

Eligibility
Victim must be an Ohio resident.
Required documents

Hours
24/7.
Application process
Call Ohio’s elder abuse referral line at 855-644-6277.
Fees
None.
Service area
Washington County, Ohio Morgan County, Ohio Knox County, Ohio Monroe County, Ohio Pickaway County, Ohio Wyandot County, Ohio Athens County, Ohio Licking County, Ohio Guernsey County, Ohio Muskingum County, Ohio Noble County, Ohio Coshocton County, Ohio Marion County, Ohio Crawford County, Ohio Perry County, Ohio
The Ohio Coalition for Adult Protective Services' (OCAPS) OhioHOPES project provides information and resources to help Ohioans stay alert and protected against abuse, neglect, fraud, or exploitation. OhioHOPES offers online resources with contact information, intended for survivors of crime and maltreatment. OhioHOPES provides help to access the correct reporting entity(s) for the individual's specific situation. Services are available to caregivers, family, support persons, etc. in addition to the older adult. Survivors of maltreatment can be connected to resources, supports and reporting bodies through an online resource hub at www.OhioHOPES.org or by calling the OCAPS project's OhioHOPES Help-line 800-411-2267. Free presentations are available statewide to older persons, caregivers and support persons. Presentations explain the different types & signs of abuse, the intricacies of reporting options, safety tips and resource access points. Additional topics include Interdisciplinary Team development, scams, etc. One-on-one interaction is available at senior fairs, health & wellness expos and other community events.
Last assured
10/15/2025
Providing organization
Ohio Coalition For Adult Protective Services
The Ohio Coalition for Adult Protective Services (OCAPS) is a statewide coalition that strives to enhance the provision of services to adults at risk of abuse, neglect and exploitation through collaboration, education and advocacy. OCAPS ensures the voice of older Ohioans is heard through advocacy efforts at the local, regional, state and national levels. OCAPS offers an annual, statewide conference for those working with aging Ohioans, regional collaborative meetings, and presentations across the state. While services are free to victims of crime, coalition membership is available for nominal annual dues. Any person interested in the well-being of older adults are invited to become coalition members.