SCAMS
How can you stop scam calls?
let calls go to answering machine, get put on a no call list, only answer calls you know the caller, change phone number
What should you do if you suspect a phone call is a scam?
Hang up, confide in a friend or family
What are 3 signs of caregiver neglect?
medication mismanagement, disheveled appearance, malodorous, unclean/unsafe living conditions, lack of personal items (glasses, hearing aides, appropriate clothing)
What gender is most vulnerable to scams?
female
Who can you call to report elder abuse?
Area Agency on Aging, State Helpline
If your online sweetheart asks for money it is probably what type of scam?
Romance Scam
It probably is...
When can you call the Area Agency on Aging or State Reporting hotline to report abuse?
24/7
Where can scams occur?
Anywhere - home, public, over the phone, email etc.
What information do they need for a report?
Any and all information you have
What kind of scam asks that you send money to win a prize? Such as a car, cruise, or 1 million dollars.
Lottery Scam
What are 2 tricks that scammers will do to try to get you to send money?
try to get you to act fast, tell you there is a problem with the prize, ask you to pay in other forms
What is the leading cause in caregiver neglect?
Caregiver burnout
Who is most likely to exploit an older adult?
family, friends, neighbors, scammers, caregivers
What do you do if you suspect exploitation, abuse, or neglect but don't have any proof.
These government offices will not attempt to contact you via phone.
IRS, Social Security, MEDICARE, Police Departments
Name 2 other ways of payment scammers will ask for other than cash
bitcoin, money gram, gift cards, western union
What does it mean to be "care dependent?"
You rely on a caregiver to assist due to cognitive incapacity or physical incapacity
What are 2 signs an older adult might be getting scammed or exploited?
depleted bank account, utilities being shut off, food or medical insecurities, selling personal items, new relationships etc.
Who remains anonymous when calling a report of suspected abuse?
Reporter - or person that calls in
What is a person called that is receiving money or goods that are acquired through fraud and sending them to another address?
money mule or mule
Why do scammers target older adults?
lonely, vulnerable, live alone
What services are out there to assist caregivers in caring for their loved ones?
Waiver, services through aging office or private paid services, LIFE
What is a money mule?
someone that receives money and sends it to another location unknowing what the money is used for.
What time can abuse be reported?
Anytime - you can call 24/7