ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES (APS) | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADULT AND LONG-TERM CARE
Resource Name:ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES (APS) | COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADULT AND LONG-TERM CARE
ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES (APS)
address
500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076
Bus services to the Westridge South County Government Services Center on METRO route 78
Eligibility
Anyone can make a report of suspected abuse or neglect related to seniors (age 60 and older) or dependent adults (age 18-59).
Hours
Mon 8am - 5pm
Tue 8am - 5pm
Wed 8am - 5pm
Thu 8am - 5pm
Fri 8am - 5pm
(831) 454-4101
Voice
·Main | Main Number
(866) 580-4357
Voice
·Other | 24/7 Adult Protective Services
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
Call the 24/7 Abuse Reporting Hotline to report suspected elder or dependent adult abuse and/or neglect, fill out online reporting form
Fees
No fee
Service area
Santa Cruz County, California
Provides 24/7 hotline to report elder or dependent adult abuse. Receives and investigates reports of abuse or neglect related to seniors (age 60 and older) or dependent adults (age 18-59 including self-neglect. Based on assessment, staff develop a plan to protect the rights, interests, safety, and welfare of client.
Provides safety and protection for adults who are experiencing or are at risk of:
- Physical injury
- Sexual abuse
- Poor nutrition
- Dehydration
- Untreated medical conditions
- Misuse of medicines
- Abandonment or general neglect
Last assured
06/24/2026
Providing organization
COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT ADULT AND LONG-TERM CARE
Assists older adults and individuals with disabilities with maximizing self-sufficiency, safety, and independence. Provides casework services and resource navigation to offer community support and long-term care options.