Report abuse and neglect
Persons with an Intellectual or Developmental Disability
Multnomah County Intellectual & Developmental Disability Services
503-988-1285 Local Reporting
1-855-503-SAFE (7233) Statewide Reporting
Older Adults and People with Physical Disabilities
Multnomah County Aging & Disability Services
503-988-4450 main
503-988-3646 after hours
Adults with Mental Illness
Multnomah County Behavioral Health (formerly Mental Health)
503-988-8170
Child Abuse
Oregon Abuse Hotline
1-855-503-SAFE (7233) Statewide Reporting
Adults Receiving Residential Substance Abuse Treatment
Multnomah County Behavioral Health (formerly Mental Health)
503-988-8170
What we investigate
Multnomah County Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) Abuse Investigations Team investigates allegations of abuse and neglect per ORS 430.735.
Who can use this service?
Adult I/DD clients who currently receive services or who have been previously determined eligible for I/DD services as an adult.
What happens after abuse or neglect are reported?
Reports of abuse or neglect are screened to determine if they meet the criteria for an investigation. When protective services are needed, the investigator collaborates with case managers and personal agents to implement. Additionally, abuse investigators work with community partners, including the public guardian's office, local law enforcement, and the district attorney's office, to pursue criminal prosecution when necessary.
The I/DDSD Abuse Investigation Team acts as a designee of the State of Oregon, Department of Human Services (DHS) in conducting investigations into allegations of abuse and neglect. The Abuse Investigations Team evaluates reports of abuse and neglect based on criteria defined in the Oregon Administrative Rules (ORS 430.735).