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Adult Protection Program

What is Adult Protection? The Adult Protection Program is governed by the Adult Protection Act. The Adult Protection Act has two purposes. First, to provide or arrange for assistance for an adult who needs assistance. Second, to provide protective...

Fraud Prevention and Signs of a Scam

Perhaps you are not a scam victim but have received a phone call, text or email that you think is a scam. If you aren't a victim, there is usually no need to report the call/email to police. However, if you do want to make a report, you can learn...

Fraud Protection Strategies for Seniors in the Community

Con artists use your strengths against you. They target seniors because of your openness, generosity, and community leadership. Be savvy about fraud in the community: Spot it. Stop it.

Fraud Protection Strategies for Seniors in the Home

Con artists use your strengths against you. They target seniors because you are perceived as trusting, well mannered, and financially comfortable. Be savvy about fraud in the home: Spot it. Stop it.

Fraud Protection Strategies for Seniors on the Phone

Con artists use your strengths against you. They target seniors because you are the anchors of your families. You are perceived as responsible and financially stable. Be savvy about phone fraud: Spot it. Stop it.

Older Adult Abuse Awareness

It's ok to be young. It's ok to be older. Ageism or age discrimination affects us all - young and old, men and women. Negative attitudes and stereotypes about aging is harmful as it sends a negative message about self worth, respect, and ability...

Use your instincts to avoid a scam

For seniors targeted by fraud artists, Scott Lundrigan has some important advice. “Don’t blame yourselves when these people come after you,” said Lundrigan, Prince Edward Island’s Crime Stoppers Program coordinator. “They don’t pick victims...

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Fact Sheets

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a day to share information, learn more, discuss the issue of abuse of older adults, and become involved. These fact sheets provide information on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and what are some of the ways...

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