Definition
In senior care, Adult Protective Services (APS) refers to county agency responding to abuse or neglect of elders and dependent adults.
County offices administer many of these programs, so wait lists, paperwork, and interpretation of statewide rules can vary by county.
Income limits, authorized hours, and covered services are updated on official state sites. Apply through the linked agency and keep copies of assessments and notices.
This term is commonly used in California-specific programs, regulations, or facility types. Rules and county administration can differ from other states — use California official sources linked on this page for current details.