If you have witnessed or know of a vulnerable adult or minor who has been the victim of physical or mental abuse, neglect, financial exploitation or unexplained injuries act now to file a complaint or report an incident. The minnesota elder justice center provides support, information and resources to older and vulnerable adults and their loved ones around issues of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation. Explore the minnesota vulnerable adults act, detailing criteria, reporting duties, investigation processes, and legal implications for abuse cases. Minnesota law mandates safe environments and services for vulnerable adults and protective services for vulnerable adults who have been maltreated To report suspected maltreatment of a vulnerable adult, contact the minnesota adult abuse reporting center (maarc). Adult protection supports adults who are vulnerable so they can live with safety and dignity, consistent with their own culture, values, and goals
Minnesota statute (ms 626.5572, subd 21) defines ‘vulnerable adult’ as any person 18 years of age or older who (2) receives services at or from a facility required to be licensed to serve adults under chapter 245a It is helpful to have as much information as possible, including who, what, when, and why This includes the vulnerable adult and the perpetrator’s name, address, dob If the vulnerable adult’s name or contact information is not listed, there must be enough information included that it can be found.
If you suspect someone is being abused, report the abuse now. One in ten older americans report experiencing some form of maltreatment The minnesota vulnerable adults act is intended to protect adults with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities.
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