Immediately or as soon as possible by telephone, followed by a written report or Internet report through the confidential Internet reporting tool within two (2) working days. If the suspected or alleged abuse is physical abuse, and the abuse has occurred in a long-term care facility a report has to be made to both the ombudsmen and law enforcement. When serious bodily injury occurs the mandated reporter has to contact law enforcement within two hours and also make a report to the ombudsmen within twenty-four hours.
When to Report?
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