Adult Protective Services (APS)
Boulder County Adult Protection Services is responsible for taking referrals, investigating allegations of mistreatment of at-risk adults, and completing assessments to determine appropriate services.
Who is considered to be an at-risk adult?
At-risk adults are persons aged 18 and older who are unable to provide or obtain services necessary for their health, safety, and welfare OR who lack the capacity to make or understand responsible decisions.
Types of Mistreatments
- Self-Neglect
- Caretaker Neglect
- Physical or Sexual Abuse
- Exploitation
- Harmful Act