Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting Hotline (1-800-362-2178) (Dependent Adult Abuse)
Statewide hotline to report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a dependent adult, meaning a person 18 or older who cannot protect their own interests or meet essential needs because of a physical or mental condition. Call 1-800-362-2178, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Department of Health and Human Services handles reports in community settings, while abuse in a licensed facility involving staff is reported to the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing complaint hotline at 1-877-686-0027. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Who it is for
Anyone concerned about the safety of a dependent or older adult in Iowa, including the adult, family members, caregivers, and professionals.
Focus: Elder abuse, Survivors with disabilities
How to reach them
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Verified as of 2026-06-17. Resources are checked periodically against their official source. Details, amounts, and deadlines change. Confirm the current information on the official page before you rely on it.