Center on Aging: When do I report?

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Background Information

Starting the Discussion

Screening for Abuse

Mandated Reporting

Safety Planning

References and Resources



		Am I a mandated reporter?
		Key Concepts
		When do I report?
		Where do I report?
		What do I report?
		What can I expect?
		Are reports confidential?
		Can I be sued?
		What if I don’t report?

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Mandated Reporting:When do I report?	When do I report?

Under what circumstances must I report?

Maine law requires that if a mandated reporter suspects that an adult has been abused, neglected or exploited, and there is reasonable cause to suspect that the adult is incapacitated or dependent, then that individual shall make a report to the Department of Health and Human Services.

When do I report?

A mandated reporter is required to make the report immediately or as soon as possible, first by telephone, then by written report within 48 hours if requested by the Department of Health and Human Services.

	Mandated Reporting - When do I report
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		UMaine Center on Aging Camden Hall 25 Texas Avenue Bangor, ME 04401 Phone: 207-262-7920 Fax: 207-262-7921	This module made possible through generous funding from the Maine Health Access Foundation.