Members come together to facilitate the prevention and treatment of elder abuse, neglect and exploitation through study, networking, advocacy and public education. Topics include social policy, clinical practice, community education, conference planning, and other networking opportunities.

Provides Child Welfare and Adult Protective Services training for professionals and caregivers (foster, adoption, kinship).

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.