wayne county prosecutor
Elder Abuse Unit

The Elder Abuse Unit prosecutes cases where the victim is 65 years or over and the crime is in one of the following categories:

  • Assaultive crimes
  • Home Invasion
  • Arson
  • The crime occurred at a Nursing Home facility
  • The crime occurred at a licensed or unlicensed Adult Foster Care facility
  • Fraud cases involving $10,000 or more
The Unit also prosecutes cases where vulnerable adult abuse is charged.

Contact Information

You can contact the Elder Abuse Unit at 313-224-6304.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What should I do if I am the victim of Elder Abuse or if someone I know is a victim?

A. Make a report with your local police agency

Q. Who should I call to report suspected Vulnerable Adult Abuse?

A. Call the Vulnerable Adult Abuse Hotline at 1-800-996-6228. The hotline is open 24 hours a day. All calls are strictly confidential.

Q. Does the Prosecutor’s Elder Abuse Unit handle probate or civil cases?

A. If you have a civil or probate matter call Neighborhood Legal Service at (313) 937-8291

Q. What should I do if I suspect someone is being abused in a nursing home?

A. To report suspected nursing home abuse call Citizens for Better Care at (313) 832-638

Other Important Numbers

  • Long term Care Ombudsman at 266-485-5293
  • Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors at 800-347-5297
  • Family Independence Agency (FIA) Protective Services for Adults at 313-396-0300

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Wayne County Prosecutor
Kym L. Worthy

1200 Frank Murphy
Hall of Justice
1441 St. Antoine
Detroit, MI  48226

Ph: 313-224-5777
Fx: 313-224-0974