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Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging - Adult Protective Services

123 Wyoming Avenue Floor 4, Scranton, PA 18503

Eligibility

Lackawanna County residents, age 60 years and older.

Hours

On-Call worker available after hours

Application process

Call to report elder abuse or for more information

Fees

Free

Service area

Lackawanna, PA

Description

Takes reports on suspected elder abuse and investigate these reports under the Older Adults Protective Services Act. Professional investigator will determine whether the older adult is in need of Protective Services. Protective. Services will also assist the older adult in securing a safe environment and making sure his or her needs are met.

Providing organization

Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging

Administers various programs for older adults and the caregivers throughout Lackawanna County. Acts as advocates for the aging and to serve, protect, enable and empower older adults and persons with disabilities through the provision and continuous improvement of home and community based services.