The aging population is a vulnerable target of financial abuse and scams. FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) has provided a helpful, fun, and interactive resource to help you “learn first-hand about the types of persuasion tactics used to perpetrate financial…
Investment Helpline for Seniors
If you or a loved one has any questions about an investment account or worries that the funds are being mishandled by a broker, call 844-57-HELPS (844-574-3577), the toll-free helpline offered by FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority). FINRA also has…
Consumer Advisory on Federal Benefits and Garnishment
“Did you know that Social Security and VA benefits are generally protected from garnishment to pay a debt to a private person or company?” To learn more about how most debt collectors cannot garnish money in your bank account to…
Voting Obstacles and Opportunities in Long-Term Care
Voting is among our most fundamental of rights. Yet, for persons in long-term care facilities, substantial barriers exist to exercising this right. Camilla O. McRory has co-authored Voting Obstacles and Opportunities in Long-Term Care, with Charles P. Sabatino, Director of…
Planning For Your Financial Future as You Age
Financial planning is a daunting topic whether you are planning for your own future, or trying to help an aging family member or friend. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have created the…
Identity Theft: Prevention and Recovery
According the U.S. Department of Justice, over 15 million people a year are victims of identity theft in the U.S. The following links offer ways to protect yourself from this crime, and what to do if you discover that you…
Recorded Deed Notice: What Is It, Is It A Scam, or Do I Need One?
Many people do not know that Deeds are a matter of public record and do not require special access to obtain. Click on the following link for helpful information on how one company in California is trying to trick homeowners…
Caregiver Resources
Click here for a comprehensive list of caregiver resources.
Hospital Status
Are You a Hospital Inpatient or Outpatient? If You Have Medicare – be sure to ASK Click here for a guideline published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that reviews hospital status, uses a chart depicting several common…
Exercise & Physical Activity: Your Everyday Guide
Tips from the National Institute on Aging can be found here.