Adult Protective Services

A Guide to Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of Disabled Adults

In each county in North Carolina, the County Department of Social Services is mandated to provide Adult Protective Services. This service is designed to protect the disabled adult who is abused, neglected, exploited, and in need of protection as defined by North Carolina State Law. An essential component of the service is the preservation of the client's right to self-determination recognizing the need for the least restrictive plan.

WHY REPORT 

  1. It's the Law
  2. Any person having reasonable cause to believe that a disabled adult is in need of protective services shall report such information.

HOW TO MAKE A REPORT

24 HOURS A DAY

By Phone:

Lincoln County Social Services, Adult Services 704-732-1969 / 8 am to 5 pm Monday – Friday 704-735-8202 / After 5 pm, weekends and holiday

In Person: (Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm)

Lincoln County Department of Social Services/ Adult Services 1136 East Main Street Lincolnton, NC 28092

By Mail: 

Lincoln County Department of Social Services / Adult Services PO Box 130 Lincolnton, NC 28093

WHAT IS NEEDED TO REPORT

  1. Adult's name and address
  2. Age or birth date
  3. Explain the situation and why you feel the person is abused, neglected, exploited and in need of protection.
  4. Names of others who may help provide information regarding the situation

Reporter's name is confidential

For more information view the North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services website; www.ncdhhs.gov