Protective Services

Older Adult Protective Services (OAPS) intervenes in situations where an individual 60 years of age or older, cannot perform or independently obtain services necessary to maintain physical or mental health, has no responsible caregiver to assist them, and is in imminent risk of danger to their person or property at the hands of another person or due to their inability to meet their own basic needs.  Reports may be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays, by calling (814) 723-3763 or toll free 1-800-281-6545