Amherst Department of Social Services
224 Second Street
Amherst, VA 24521
(434) 946-9330
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(434) 946-9330
Who We Are
The Department of Social Services investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults aged 60 and over and incapacitated adults ages 18 and over. The program's goal is to lessen or alleviate the risk of abuse and neglect, including self-neglect, among seniors or adults who need protection. Individuals must be city/county residents or the incident must have occurred in the city/county in order to be eligible for this service.
For more information on the services available or to report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of an adult, please call our office. To report at night or on weekends, call 1-888-832-3858.
Who We Serve
Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Amherst County
Cost & Payment Methods
Fee Structure
No Fee
Age Requirements
18 and over
Family
No
Residency Requirements
Amherst County
Other Eligibility Criteria
60 years and older or disabled 18 and older
Available 24/7
No
Intake Process
Call Intake worker or Adult Service worker to explain needs.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact Email
local009@dss.virginia.gov
Report Problems
Call the Agency