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Updated October 2026. General information, not legal advice about your case.
Sexual abuse in nursing homes and care facilities: what to know
Older adults and people with disabilities who live in nursing homes, assisted living and group homes often cannot protect themselves or report what happened. Sexual abuse in these places can be committed by staff, other residents or visitors. The facility has a duty to protect every resident.
If someone is in danger now, call 911. You can also call California's 24-hour Long-Term Care Ombudsman CRISISline at 1-800-231-4024 (California Department of Aging), report to Adult Protective Services, or reach the National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) 24/7 at 800-656-4673.
Signs that need attention
Sudden changes in behavior, fear of a certain person, unexplained injuries or infections, and torn or stained clothing can be signs that something is wrong. Report concerns even if you are not sure.
California rules that shape your case
- Elder and dependent adult abuse law. California's Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act (Welfare and Institutions Code 15600 and following) protects people 65 and older and dependent adults, and can allow additional remedies in serious cases.
- Mandated reporters. Care facility staff must report suspected abuse.
- Deadlines vary. Call early.
- Privacy. The conversation with us is confidential, and families can call on behalf of a loved one.
We also handle nursing home abuse and neglect.
What a case looks at
- Staffing levels, background checks and supervision
- Earlier complaints and state inspection reports
- How the facility responded and whether it reported
What to do now
- Make sure your loved one is safe. Ask for a medical exam.
- Report to the police, Adult Protective Services or the Ombudsman, and to the facility in writing.
- Write down dates, names and what you saw. Keep photos and messages.
- Do not sign anything from the facility or its insurer before you get advice.
- Call us when you are ready. The call is confidential, and there is no fee or cost unless we recover money for you.
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