External Reporting Resources

When clinical concerns involve lead to suspected abuse, providers may need to make a mandated report to the appropriate state or local authority.

Use the resources below to identify reporting requirements and contact information for the applicable jurisdiction.

Child Abuse

The Child Welfare Information Gateway provides a directory of state child abuse and neglect reporting numbers to help providers identify the appropriate reporting agency in each state.

Resource: State Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Numbers

Use this resource to locate the appropriate state reporting contact when a report of suspected child abuse or neglect is required.

Elder Abuse

National Center on Elder Abuse

The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) provides information and resources related to preventing, identifying, and responding to elder abuse.

Resource: National Center on Elder Abuse


State Elder Abuse Statutes

The U.S. Department of Justice provides information on state elder abuse statutes, including laws and reporting requirements that vary by jurisdiction.

Resource: State Elder Abuse Statutes

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