by Twyla Sketchley | May 17, 2016 | Exploitation
Elder exploitation is a growing problem in the United States. Some estimate that Americans lose as much as $2.9 billion a year due to financial exploitation. Often exploitation goes undiscovered until all an elder’s money is gone. Determining whether an...
by Twyla Sketchley | Apr 25, 2016 | Caregivers, Exploitation
Does your elderly loved one receive a lot of mail – particularly junk mail? This may be a sign that he or she has fallen victim to scammers and identity thieves. C. Steven Baker, Federal Trade Commission Director of the Midwest Region says, “Scammers...
by Webmaster | Mar 10, 2015 | Elder Law
Florida’s Department of Agriculture & Consumer Affairs publishes the Little Black Book of Scams, outlining the common scams that are being attempted throughout Florida. Be aware of the signs of scams that may target the elders in your life....
by Twyla Sketchley | Dec 10, 2014 | Elder Law
As our state and our nation grows older, more and more instances of exploitation or transactions that should be considered exploitation occur, victimizing our elders. Over the past few years, elder exploitation has grabbed the attention of federal and state law...
by Twyla Sketchley | Nov 18, 2014 | Elder Care
It is often difficult for families to know when they need to step in and provide assistance or even take protective action with regard to an aging parent or loved one. This difficulty is compounded by the opposition an aging parent may show toward any type of help. ...
