AGENDA DATE: January 6, 2026
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REQUEST BY: Amy Thompson, Adult & Family Services / Angie Lettner, Adult & Family Services / Corrine Erickson, Adult & Family Services
STATE ITEM OF BUSINESS:
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Overview of Olmsted County Adult Protective Services.
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STRATEGIC PRIORITIES: Community safety and well-being
BACKGROUND: Olmsted County Adult Protective Services (APS) operates under the Vulnerable Adult Act (Minn. Stat. ?? 626.557-626.5572) and are responsible for safeguarding adults who are vulnerable to abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Their core duties include:
-Intake and Screening: Respond to reports of suspected maltreatment received through the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC).
-Assessment and Investigation: Conduct investigations when the county is the lead investigative agency, often coordinating with law enforcement if allegations may involve criminal acts.
-Emergency Response: Provide immediate protective services when an adult is at imminent risk.
-Safety Planning and Service Intervention: Develop and implement plans to stop maltreatment, reduce the risk, and prevent the recurrence of maltreatment using trauma-informed and person-centered approaches.
-Collaboration: Work in partnership state agencies, tribal governments and community organizations to ensure culturally appropriate services.
-Case Closure and Documentation: Complete assessments, determine responsibility, and close cases when safety is achieved or conditions warrant case closure.
-Continuous Improvement: Monitor outcomes, remove barriers, and enhance service quality to uphold safety and dignity for vulnerable adults.
The overarching goal is to support adults to live safely and with dignity, balancing individual choice with protection from harm.
In 2025, Olmsted County APS received and reviewed 1,399 reports from the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center and opened 346 cases for assessment (As of 12/29/2025.) Funding comes from De...
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