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- Latest developments in the missing-person search
- What Perdomo and associates have done so far
- Official stance: Adult Protective Services response
- How friends and former manager are coordinating outreach
- Linda Perhacs’ musical legacy and recent work
- Guardianship, memory care, and why privacy can complicate searches
- Practical ways the public can assist
Fans and collaborators of folk singer Linda Perhacs have intensified their search after troubling updates from her co-producer. The 82-year-old artist has not been reachable for months, and those close to her say efforts to reconnect with her guardian and next of kin have stalled. The gap in communication has left friends scrambling for leads and urging the public to help locate the beloved musician.
Latest developments in the missing-person search
Perdomo, who co-produced Perhacs’ recent albums, said he discovered troubling new facts while preparing for a podcast. He tried to call Linda and learned she had been moved from a memory-care residence. Due to California rules, the facility would not confirm her new location.
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Key timeline items:
- Perhacs was discharged from a Los Angeles-area care facility about eight months ago.
- About six weeks ago, Perdomo attempted to reach her ahead of a podcast appearance.
- Friends and longtime collaborators have been unable to contact her since the discharge.
Perdomo also reported he and others used to be in contact with Linda’s next of kin. Those calls are now going unanswered. He told followers he suspects the guardian may have blocked their numbers. Perdomo described the situation as “really, really odd.”
What Perdomo and associates have done so far
Those searching for Perhacs have taken formal steps to involve authorities and public networks. Perdomo said one of his clients helped file an official report with Adult Protective Services.
- Supporters have posted alerts across social platforms.
- An APS report was submitted to flag concerns about safety and contact.
- Friends are asking anyone with verified information to come forward.
Public appeals from collaborators ask people to check Perhacs’ social channels and to contact the team with any confirmed leads.
Official stance: Adult Protective Services response
The Los Angeles County Aging and Disabilities Department’s Adult Protective Services said it cannot confirm or deny details about specific individuals. The agency cited confidentiality laws that prevent disclosure of client status or whereabouts.
APS added that, while it won’t discuss individual cases, it does respond to reports of abuse, neglect, or unsafe conditions. When social workers investigate, they provide resources and options tailored to each situation.
How friends and former manager are coordinating outreach
Mark McNeill, who co-founded an online radio station and is a longtime friend, urged followers to contact Laurel Stearns. Stearns is a former manager and one of the people organizing the search effort.
If you have validated information about Linda’s location or current contact methods, organizers ask that you:
- Reach out to Laurel Stearns via the manager contact shared by the search team.
- Direct-message Linda on Facebook or Instagram, if possible.
- Share verified tips rather than speculation to help the search stay focused.
Stearns told reporters the priority is making sure Linda is safe and comfortable. Perdomo pledged publicly, “We will find her,” and asked fans to forward any reliable leads.
Linda Perhacs’ musical legacy and recent work
Perhacs first gained attention with her debut album, which has since become a cult classic. Her work found renewed appreciation decades after its initial release.
- Parallelograms — debut album, originally released in 1970.
- The Soul of All Natural Things — released in 2014.
- I’m a Harmony — released in 2017.
Perdomo and producer Chris Price co-produced Perhacs’ two later albums. Friends say Perhacs remained involved in music into her later years and celebrated her 80th birthday with collaborators just two years ago.
Guardianship, memory care, and why privacy can complicate searches
How California law affects disclosure
Under state privacy rules, care providers and agencies often cannot share information about a resident’s location without consent. Guardians can legally make placement decisions and may restrict who has contact.
This legal framework aims to protect vulnerable adults but can also slow efforts by friends and colleagues who worry about well-being. That tension is central to the current effort to locate Perhacs.
Practical ways the public can assist
Organizers request only verified tips to avoid wasted effort. Useful actions include:
- Checking Linda Perhacs’ official social media for recent activity.
- Contacting Laurel Stearns through the manager address shared by the search team.
- Sending direct messages on Facebook or Instagram to Perhacs’ verified accounts.
- Reporting credible concerns to local Adult Protective Services or law enforcement.
- Sharing official requests from the search organizers to broaden awareness.
What supporters stress: focus on confirmed information and respect privacy laws while trying to help.
