Anyone that sees, hears, suspects or has been told about abuse or neglect of someone with an intellectual or developmental disability should report it. Many providers of support are mandatory reporters and are required to report within 24 hours.
If you feel that an individual is being hurt or is in danger right now, call 911 immediately!
Adult Abuse and Neglect Reports (Clackamas County DD Program Investigator) | 503-557-2874 |
Child Abuse and Neglect Reports (Child Welfare Child Abuse Hotline-under 18) | 1-855-503-SAFE (7233) |
If you believe that abuse, neglect or financial exploitation may be occurring, you can also call the statewide abuse reporting line at 1-855-503-SAFE
Reports will be screened to see if they meet criteria for investigation or should be reported to law enforcement. Protective services assistance may be offered to alleged victims by Service Coordinators, Personal Agents or other individuals that help provide support to protect health and safety.
Clackamas County abuse investigators provide training to individuals who experience intellectual or developmental disabilities, their families and staff on how to identify and report abuse and neglect.