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May 30, 2025May 30, 2025
STOP SENIOR SCAMS: How to prevent elder financial abuse
Each year, older adults lose $28.3 billion to financial abuse and scams. Take these steps to help protect yourself or a vulnerable loved one from losing money.
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May 30, 2025May 30, 2025
Raising awareness of elder abuse: Event provides support, expert advice
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15) shines a spotlight on the mistreatment of older adults. It is also an opportunity to promote the rights and dignity of older adults.
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April 4, 2025Apr 4, 2025
STOP SENIOR SCAMS: Durable Medical Equipment Fraud Scheme
Older Pennsylvanians and caregivers are important to combatting health care fraud, which includes the exploitation of Durable Medical Equipment (DME).
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April 3, 2025Apr 3, 2025
Ensuring safety and support: How PCA protects older adults
Among the vital services provided by PCA is to safeguard seniors from abuse, neglect, exploitation and other risks.
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August 1, 2024Aug 1, 2024
Stop Senior Scams: Avoid lottery letdowns
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns consumers to be on the lookout for the following three signs of a prize scam.
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June 28, 2024Jun 28, 2024
Protect yourself from online shopping schemes
When shopping online, it can be tempting to get lost in the sales. But this can also make you vulnerable to scammers. So, it's vital to tread carefully online.
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June 21, 2024Jun 21, 2024
WATCH: PCA hosts workshop on fraud prevention
PCA was recently showcased on 6abc’s Art of Aging segment, a news series that connects adults with various resources throughout the region.
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June 12, 2024Jun 12, 2024
2024 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day at PCA Focuses on Prevention and Recovery
Yesterday, PCA celebrated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by teaching attendees how to help protect older adults from exploitation, reviewing protective options, and more.
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June 7, 2024Jun 7, 2024
Shining a light on financial exploitation
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), observed annually on June 15 since 2006, underscores the global imperative to combat elder abuse.
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