Approximately 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, which is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. While Alzheimer’s disease is frequently associated with adults 65 years of age and older, there are thousands of others … Continue reading
How to Report Elder Abuse
Older Americans can be vulnerable to elder abuse, especially when they are in the care of others. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Day, so let’s take a look at how to report elder abuse in Indiana. Who is an … Continue reading
Nursing Home Neglect
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities provide safe and comfortable homes for millions of older Americans. However, due to an ever increasing demand, many of these facilities are overtaxed. Nearly 1 in 10 Americans ages 60 and over have suffered … Continue reading
Watch Out for Medicare Scams
It’s unfortunate, but there are people who masquerade as “companies” in order to collect your personal information for their own financial gain. Medicare scams are especially common and could cost you or a loved one thousands of dollars. Avoid These … Continue reading
Don’t Get Fooled! A Look at Senior Scams
Senior citizens are one of the top targets for financial scams. Home ownership, savings, and strong credit ratings can all make senior citizens especially attractive to swindlers. Senior citizens may be less likely to report an issue because they may … Continue reading