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Frauds, Scams and Abuse
It is a sad fact that the elderly often become victims of abuse, frauds and scams. In fact, many frauds and scams are targeted toward older adults because they are often home during the day, have savings, a good credit rating, and may be reluctant to report a crime for fear their family will consider them unfit to live independently.
The resources in this section provide information on preventing, spotting and reporting crimes and abuse against the elderly.
Federal Trade Commission
Washington DC 20580
Description:
This site provides consumer educational materials and allows consumers to file a complaint online. Information is available on a number of topics, including healthcare, funerals, identity theft and scams, and more.
National Do Not Call Registry
The National Do Not Call Registry gives you a choice about whether to receive telemarketing calls at home. Most telemarketers should not call your number once it has been on the registry for 31 days. If they do, you can file a complaint at this Website. You can register your home or mobile phone for free.
Internet Safety
Project GOAL – Internet Safety for Older Adults: Challenges and Solutions
The Ohio Coalition for Adult Protective Services
Columbus Ohio 43214
Description:
The Ohio Coalition for Adult Protective Services (OCAPS) is a statewide coalition that strives to enhance the provision of services to adults at risk of abuse, neglect and exploitation through collaboration, education and advocacy, per the mission statement adopted by the organization.
If you believe that an adult age 60 or older has suffered abuse, neglect or exploitation, resources are available at the following link https://www.ocapsohio.org/where-to-get-help