100% Commitment Award
The Senior Home Safety Specialist™ course empowers professionals with actionable ways to better help educate clients, older adults and their family members on the serious issues of home safety, fall prevention, crime prevention, financial exploitation and personal safety. This coveted 100% Commitment Award is only given to organizations that have demonstrated a system-wide commitment […]
Look out for Medicare COVID-19 Scams
Stay alert for fraud Medicare COVID-19 scams during this national emergency. Con artists like to take advantage of people when they’re distracted. Unfortunately, scammers are using the COVID-19 pandemic to try to steal your Medicare Number, personal information, and money. And they’re using robocalls, social media posts, and emails to do it. Remember, […]
Family and Safety Unites Us All
During the holiday season, it is common for families to gather to share celebrations and traditions, including meals and gift giving. We are reminded that our time and sharing are among the most important gifts for our older family members whether they live close to us or far away. It is a chance to […]
Avoid Charity Scams During Holidays
Charitable giving is a significant part of many people’s lives and budgets and individuals are often eager to give back and lend a helping hand to those in need. Unfortunately, not every organization seeking a donation is exactly what it claims to be. If you’re not careful, you could wind up losing your well-intentioned […]
National Senior Citizens Day
August 21st is National Senior Citizens Day—a time to honor the wisdom, resilience, and contributions of older adults. Celebrate by spending quality time with a loved one, volunteering at a local senior center, or simply making a heartfelt call. Whether you’re showing appreciation or enjoying the recognition yourself, this day is about celebrating the value seniors bring to families and communities.
Protect Yourself from Common Elder Scams
Scammers will use any means to extort money from those they deem to be the most vulnerable. Often, they target senior citizens. Many seniors are targeted on a daily basis by predatory scammers and con-artists looking to take advantage of them, and keeping your elderly loved ones informed has never been so crucial. […]
Internet Safety for Seniors
While it’s important for seniors to remain connected, entertained and active through the use of technology, it is equally important for them to exercise caution and interest safety. None of us are exempt from Internet scams, but unfortunately, many scammers specifically target senior citizens. Senior citizens are often at an increased risk for Internet scams […]
Protect Yourself from Common Scams
Scammers will use any means to extort money from those they deem to be the most vulnerable. Often, they target senior citizens. Many seniors are targeted on a daily basis by predatory scammers and con-artists looking to take advantage of them, and keeping your elderly loved ones informed has never been so crucial. If you’re […]
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2018
As Americans, we believe in justice for all. Yet, every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10 older Americans experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Unfortunately, it occurs in every demographic and can happen to anyone—a family member, a neighbor, even you. It is estimated that only one in five of these crimes […]
Crime Prevention Tips for Older Adults
Crime and the fear of crime create special problems for the elderly. Crime prevention is everyone’s responsibility, not just a job for law enforcement. Seniors can learn how to protect themselves from crime by following these simple, commonsense suggestions. At home: • Never open your door automatically. Install and use a peephole. • Lock […]