Report Abuse

When to report

The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee encourages anyone aware of abuse by a priest, deacon or church personnel to make a report immediately. Your report enables us to better ensure the safety of all and to help individuals in the healing process. All information supplied is maintained in strictest confidence, except where disclosure is required by law. According to Florida law, all are considered " mandatory reporters" of abuse and must report the abuse of a child or a vulnerable adult.

 

Victim Assistance Coordinators

Our diocese has appointed Victim Assistance Coordinators. These experienced and trained counselors are available to help persons who have been abused.

• Louis M. Makarowski, Ph.D., P.A.
  Pensacola/Ft. Walton area
  ☎ 850-477-7181
   
• Shannon D. Mullen, Ph.D. CSAT
  Licensed Psychologist GA - PSY003406
  Licensed Psychologist FL - PY10361
  Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT)
  ASPPB E.Passport for PSYPACT
  ☎ 229-233-8009

 

• Deacon Santiago Molina
  En Español
  ☎ 850-222-6482

Victims Rights
Victims Rights En Español

 

To Report Vulnerable Adult Abuse

To report suspected vulnerable adult abuse please call

1-800-962-2873
(TTY) 1-800-453-5145

If you feel someone is in immediate danger please call 911.

Fraud Hotline: 1-800-378-0445
National Fraud Information Center: 1-800-876-7060
Statewide Senior Legal Helpline:1-888-895-7873
Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 1-888-831-0404 (for those in nursing homes and assisted living facilities)