A new surge in text scams is targeting seniors with messages about missed deliveries, locked bank accounts, and other urgent ploys. Learn how to spot and stop them.
Category: Adult Protective Services Articles
Elder Abuse: An Age-Old Issue in the US
Elder Abuse: An Age-Old Issue in the US Elder abuse, senior abuse, vulnerable adult abuse—no matter what moniker you choose… Read more »
Substance Use and the Senior Adult
Substance Use and the Senior Adult Nancy Pilat-Renner, MBA, MA, LPC, CACI, NCC Director of Outpatient Services Three Rivers Behavioral… Read more »
Most Common Types of Scams
Crimes against the elderly continue to skyrocket each year, as criminals continue to find more ways to carry out both new… Read more »
Better Business Bureau Supports Vulnerable Populations through Consumer Fraud Awareness Programs
Older adults, military families and veterans, and the Latino communities have long been recognized as being at increased risk of being targeted by scammers. Through education and awareness, Better Business Bureau works diligently to help prevent these vulnerable populations from becoming victims of fraud.
Senior Security: Elder Abuse
Adapted from the CDC Each year, hundreds of thousands adults over the age of 60 are abused, neglected or… Read more »
Scam Artists: Tactics Used on Seniors
by Vee Daniel, President and CEO, Better Business Bureau of the Upstate From charity scams to grandparent scams, there… Read more »
Don’t be Embarrassed to Admit Financial Pain
by Sidney Wike, Law Office of Sidney Wike, LLC Many seniors pride themselves on living within their means and are… Read more »
Mental Capacity: Who gets to Decide?
by Alison Fudge, Esq Let’s talk capacity. Like many true elder law attorneys, I spend a large part of my… Read more »
Parking for Persons with Disabilities
Source: SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) Parking in Spaces Designated for Persons with Disabilities Persons with Disabilities South Carolina… Read more »
