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September 27, 2023Sep 27, 2023Stop Senior Scams: Help stop Medicare fraud
Medicare helps adults 65+ and younger adults with disabilities pay for health care. But scammers try to take advantage of consumers by committing Medicare fraud.
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August 4, 2023Aug 4, 2023STOP SENIOR SCAMS: Learn how to avoid fraud
Scammers target people of all ages including older adults. Follow these tips to protect yourself.
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June 2, 2023Jun 2, 2023Elder abuse prevention protects and empowers older Philadelphians
The number of older Philadelphians is expected to increase 28% by 2030, so will the need for protective services to help victims of abuse, neglect, abandonment or exploitation...
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May 31, 2023May 31, 2023Preparing & protecting: Creating a safety net
Among PCA’s greatest charges is to provide advocacy and protection for older adults who are being abused, neglected, abandoned, or financially exploited.
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December 2, 2022Dec 2, 2022Protect yourself from identity theft
During the holidays, it is especially important to remain vigilant while shopping online and to be aware of the new cybersecurity risks.
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August 25, 2022Aug 25, 2022Pennsylvania Department of Aging funds task force to fight financial crimes against older adults
In response to an increase in financial elder abuse, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) has funded the Financial Abuse Specialist Team.
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July 8, 2022Jul 8, 2022WATCH: PCA featured in 6abc’s Art of Aging segment
PCA was recently showcased on 6abc’s Art of Aging! Watch the full segment in the link provided.
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May 26, 2022May 26, 2022Stopping elder abuse starts with awareness
Elder abuse takes many forms, including financial exploitation, self-neglect and physical abuse. Challenging family dynamics can hinder investigators’ efforts to intervene.
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May 26, 2022May 26, 2022Build strong support for our elders
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, is a call to action for all of us to recognize the pivotal role we can play, to get involved to stop elder abuse.
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