Abuse and Neglect of Persons with Disabilities
If you have a disability and believe you have been abused or neglected, ADAP can help.
We investigate allegations of abuse and neglect of persons with disabilities. Our investigations have led to better and safer services and living conditions for persons with disabilities.
Under federal law, ADAP is authorized to monitor in programs and facilities that serve persons with disabilities to ensure their safety and to protect their rights.
Here’s a list of some of the abuse and neglect issues we investigate:
- Serious injury or death
- Inappropriate treatment planning
- Financial exploitation
- Involuntary medication
- Personal care issues (food, shelter, clothing, etc.)
We investigate in many different places which provide services to persons with disabilities, like:
- Hospitals
- Group homes
- Sheltered workshops
- Schools
- Jails
- Residential Facilities for Youth