Long-Term Care Ombudsman, James Lollies shares first hand knowledge on elder abuse and the importance of communication.
If you suspect elder abuse, report it. The report can be anonymous.
To report elder abuse you can contact Adult Protective Services at 1-800-482-8049 or your local Ombudsman. For emergency situations, contact the local sheriff’s department or police.
Contact James Lollies at 870-648-3259 Ext. 134 or 870-904-1536 (cell) for Ouachita County, Union County, Calhoun County, Dallas County, Columbia County except for Taylor, Pleasant Manor in Little River County, and Windsor Cottage in Miller County. You can also email him at jlollies@aaaswa.net.
Doris Chaney can be reached at 870-648-3259 Ext. 134 or 870-904-9152 (cell) for Howard County, Sevier County, Hempstead County, Lafayette County, Miller County, Nevada County, Taylor in Columbia County, and Little River except for Pleasant Manor. Doris is also available by email at dchaney@aaaswa.net.