Adult Protective Services investigates referrals that indicate the need for protection against adult abuse, neglect or exploitation, or the possibility of self-harm due to mental illness, substance abuse or other impairment. A treatment plan is made to alleviate the problem. Emergency boarding homes are available without regard to income. Information and referral can be provided to non-DSS clients without regard to income.
Persons calling the agency should have the following information ready:. View Map to Department of Social Services. Email Social Services. Adult Protective Services. Lawrence County Department of Social Services Phone: Brief Description of Services: Adult Protective Services investigates referrals that indicate the need for protection against adult abuse, neglect or exploitation, or the possibility of self-harm due to mental illness, substance abuse or other impairment.
Services include: Residential care for adults: Recruits, certifies and supervises residential homes for adults 18 years of age and older to provide community based care for those unable to manage independent living. Arranges placements, assists in obtaining necessary supportive services. Emergency housing is available. Health related services: Assists eligible individuals and families to obtain and maintain favorable health conditions as an aid to self-support or self-care.
Assists those with chronic alcohol abuse or substance abuse problems to seek and utilize medical services and appropriate treatment programs. Preventive services: Assesses, arranges and provides counseling and related services to individuals and families to prevent breakdowns and keep problems from worsening.
Home management: Provides instruction and short term counseling in budgeting, nutrition, consumerism, care of home, health maintenance. Evaluates need for protective payee or vendor payments.
