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Program: ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES - COUNTY OF NEVADA - NCDSS

Agency: NEVADA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES


Resource Number: 4661905
Alternate name: APS

Description

Nevada County Adult Protective Services (APS) supports older adults and dependent adults who may be experiencing neglect, physical abuse, financial exploitation, or self-neglect. 

APS investigates reports of abuse and provides safety planning, referrals, and case management to protect vulnerable adults who are unable to care for themselves.

Services include:

  • Investigating reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older and dependent adults
  • Providing referrals to medical, legal, housing, and supportive services
  • Developing safety plans and offering crisis intervention
  • Coordinating case management to support ongoing needs
  • Collaborating with law enforcement and service providers when appropriate

For immediate assistance or to report suspected abuse, call 530-265-1639.


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Program Phones:
530-265-1639
Main
530-265-1217
24/7 Emergency Response
888-339-7248
Toll Free
530-470-2625
Fax
530-265-1639Business Line

Main Contact
Kelly Carpenter
Program Manager/Public Guardian
530-265-1667
Senior Administrator
Kelly Carpenter
Program Manager/Public Guardian
530-265-1667
kelly.carpenter@nevadacountyca.gov

Website: www.nevadacountyca.gov/1451/Adult-Protective-Services
Email: adult.services@nevadacountyca.gov

Program Information
ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES - COUNTY OF NEVADA - NCDSS  
Location: 950 Maidu Ave
Nevada City, CA 95959
(Map)
Program Hours:
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Description: Rood Center
Bus Service: Yes
Public Transportation Nevada County Now paratransit
Disabilities Access: Accessible path from entrance to all service areas
Mailing Address: 950 Maidu Ave, PO Box 599002, Nevada City, CA 95959-7902
Service Area:
Defined coverage area:
CA-Nevada County

Program Delivery
Eligibility: Seniors or elders who are 60 years of age or older and dependent adults 18-59 years of age. Nevada County APS investigates allegations of abuse and provides assessments and service plans based on need. These services may include referrals to other community agencies. Adults Females Males
Languages: English
Payment methods:
Program Fees: No Fee for Service
Service Area: Nevada County
Defined coverage area:
CA-Nevada County


Custom fields
Disabilities Access - check all that applyNOT APPLICABLE – service is online or via phone or text
Categorized as:
Elder Law
Adult Protective Intervention/Investigation
Elder/Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting
Mental Health Crisis Lines
Disability Rights Groups
Senior Advocacy Groups


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Verification

Person at the resource who last verified this information:
Last Verified On: 8/18/2025
Last Verified By: Kelly Carpenter
 





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