The Ohio Coalition for Adult Protective Services-OCAPS

08/29/2026

The National Adult Protective Services Association will be holding their annual training conference in November. Join other APS professionals in learning more about best practices - and join Ohio’s APS Team in their workshop on Quality Assurance.

For more information, use this link:
https://web.cvent.com/event/d278fa6a-38e3-4c54-b4f5-e595d9ace88a/websitePage:28558c9e-8fd2-491e-884f-a59875da7563.

08/26/2026

Training Available

https://admboard.org/community-partnerships/hoarding-task-force/

08/04/2026

07/17/2026

📣 Is your APS program leaving funding on the table?

Join us August 11th at 2:00 PM ET to learn how Medicaid Administrative Claiming can strengthen your program.

Speakers: Annie Kimbrel (ADvancing States), Kelly Cordell (SC APS), Karey Perez (NC), Traci Lee (UT APS)

🔗 Register Now: https://bit.ly/3R80yrj

07/17/2026

Behind every statistic is a person who deserves dignity, respect, and a voice. 💙

Long-Term Care Ombudsman volunteers make a difference by visiting residents, listening to concerns, and advocating for their rights.

You don’t need special experience - just compassion and a willingness to help. With a few hours each month, you can help ensure older adults in long-term care feel supported and heard.

Interested in joining our team of volunteers? Contact Melissa Wilson, Ombudsman Volunteer Coordinator, to learn more at: [email protected] or (567)247-6440

Source:https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/aging.ohio.gov/Ombudsman/2024_FFY_OMB_Annual_Report_vFINAL.pdf

07/01/2026

Great work Perry JFS!

📰 We’re proud to share that our team was recently featured in the Perry County Tribune!

Lacy, our Intake Supervisor, and Taya, one of our Intake Caseworkers, wrote an important article highlighting why Adult Protective Services matters so deeply in our community — especially during National Elder Abuse Prevention Month this June. Their piece, “Caring for Our Neighbors During National Elder Abuse Prevention Month,” reminds us how vital it is to protect, support, and advocate for older adults every day.

💙 Thank you, Lacy and Taya, for your dedication, compassion, and the incredible work you continue to do for local families. We appreciate everything you do!

06/30/2026

Pay attention to how someone asks you to pay. If they demand payment only by wire transfer, payment app, crypto, or gift cards, that’s a sign of an imposter scam.

Learn more signs so you can avoid them: ejcc.acl.gov/imposters

06/30/2026

Thank you Wood County Department of Job and Family Services for spreading awareness!

A sudden change in spending, unexplained withdrawals, or pressure to sign documents can be early signs of financial exploitation. Trust your instincts, because early reporting can prevent serious harm. To report suspected abuse in Wood County, call 419-354-9669.