The law says DRC can go into places where people with disabilities live. We can investigate abuse and neglect, train people and make sure the place is treating people right. This pub explains the law that lets DRC do this.

You have special protections if you are an adult with disability or an elder who has been abused, neglected, or targeted for a crime because of your disability.

Do you know an elder or dependent adult who may be the victim of abuse or neglect? Abuse and neglect includes: assault and battery, sexual assault, inappropriate use of physical or chemical restraint or medication, isolation, and financial abuse.

If you are a dependent adult1 living in the community, abuse and neglect can take many different forms, including when you are made to live in poor and unsafe living conditions, or when your landlord or home operator2 attempts to kick you out of your home suddenly and without cause.