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The document is a mandatory reporting form developed by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources for reporting suspected abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, or immediate risks to adults. It outlines the necessary information about the alleged victim and perpetrator, details of the incident, and required actions for mandatory reporters. The form must be completed by designated individuals and submitted to appropriate authorities within 48 hours of an incident.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Adult Protective Services Mandatory Reporting Form in the editor.
Begin by filling out the 'Alleged Victim Information' section. Provide the name, age, address, and phone number of the victim. Ensure you include their current location and any relevant facility details.
Next, complete the 'Alleged Perpetrator Information' section. Include their name, age, address, relationship to the victim, and contact information.
In the 'Allegations' section, detail the incident by providing dates, times, locations, and descriptions of what occurred. Be thorough in explaining any actions taken to prevent further abuse.
Finally, fill out your own information in the 'Reporter Information' section. Remember that this information is confidential and should be handled accordingly.

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What happens when CPS is called in WV?

If CPS believes a child is in danger, CPS may take emergency custody of the child before an emergency abuse and neglect petition is filed with a court. CPS must then immediately go to a Circuit Court judge or Magistrate Court judge and ask for an order for emergency custody.

Who do you call when an adult cant take care of themselves?

Get help from Adult Protective Services if you are concerned an adult may be self-neglecting. Call 911 if the person needs immediate medical attention or is in danger of immediate harm.

How long does it take adult protective services to investigate?

Emergency response: Adult protective services must respond within 24 hours for cases involving immediate danger or risk of death. Standard cases: Most investigations require initial contact within 3-7 days and completion within 30-45 days.

What is the process of APS?

An APS investigator will: conduct a home visit, usually unannounced; interview other individuals who may have information about the situation; and. offer protective services if the investigator determines abuse has occurred.

What happens when someone is reported for elder abuse?

Once a report is filed, APS conducts a confidential investigation and works with law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and social workers to ensure the elders safety.

What does APS do in WV?

The primary purpose of Adult Protective Services (APS) is to investigate reports of adult abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation while providing least restrictive interventions.

What is considered a vulnerable adult report?

(21) Vulnerable adult means a person 18 years of age or older who, because of incapacity, mental illness, mental deficiency, physical illness or disability, advanced age, chronic use of drugs, chronic intoxication, fraud, confinement, or disappearance, is unable to meet the persons own needs or to seek help without

What is APS intervention?

APS intervenes in situations involving abuse (physical, emotional, sexual), neglect (failure to provide necessary care), and exploitation (misuse of funds or property) of elder and dependent adults.