By Pam Ness As tax time approaches, we need to stay alert about protecting the seniors in our lives from falling prey to IRS phone scams, which continue to remain a serious problem across the country. The IRS and law enforcement officers warn that these scams are ongoing, and many vulnerable people get victimized into Read More
Elder Abuse: “Yes, It Can Happen to You”
Lamorinda Weekly, December 3, 2014 “Hi Grandma, it’s me your favorite grandson. I was in an accident…I’m fine, but if I report it, I’ll lose my insurance and driver’s license. Can you wire me money?” Or, so the story goes. These scams are prevalent, and even those with sound minds and good hearing are being Read More
NAPGCM Survey Finds a Growing and often Hidden Problem among the Elderly
Tucson, AZ (PRWEB) September 24, 2014 — Self-neglect among the elderly is a growing problem that commonly goes unreported, according to a new survey issued by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers (NAPGCM). Tragic cases like the ones in this article can be avoided. Having a loving, skilled caregiver take care of specific Read More
Free Medical Alert Device is a Scam – AARP Offers Tips
Several of us at Eldercare Services have experienced attempts by those of a potential scam targeting seniors. An automated caller asks for personal information so a “free” medical alert device can be delivered. AARP recently published an article regarding this scam, and offers tips on self protection. If you receive one of these calls, simply Read More
Gray Matters: The Challenges of an Aging Society
On June 2, 2011, Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC, along with other experts on aging presented at the Walnut Creek Library in Walnut Creek, CA as part of the Library Foundation’s Live! Linda’s discussion includes the importance of communicating your values to your family and geriatric professionals to ensure you always live life your way, Read More
Scam Busters for Seniors
Geriatric Care Managers can be just the answer for the aging family member or parent who wants to stay in his or her own home, but lives a distance from you and is becoming somewhat forgetful. Seniors are becoming more of a target for scam artists and opportunists. Living at a distance from the person Read More