If there are immediate or life-threatening concerns contact 911 or speak directly to a worker.

Abuse Reporting Contacts

To report incidents of Elder or Dependent Adult Abuse that occurred in Kern County:

• Toll Free 24 hours a day (800) 277-7866
• Or (661) 868-1006
• Or submit your concerns online: Public Reporting of Elder or Dependent Abuse

To report abuse in licensed facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living, or day programs, please contact our Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. 

• Intake Line: (661) 323-7884  
• 24-Crisis Line: 1 (800) 231-4024
• Toll Free: 1 (800) 735-2929 or 711

Note: Mandated reporters can refer to our Resources Page for guidelines on mandated reporting requirements.

Online Mandated Report

• Mandated Reporting
• FAQ for Submitting Online Reports (PDF)
• Mandated Reporting Training (PDF)
• Report of Suspected Dependent Adult/Elder Abuse (PDF)

Videos

• Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse
• Reporting Abuse