Asset Protection, Medicaid Planning
Exploitation of seniors is an extremely serious issue. Financial abuse costs seniors 2.6 billion annually, according to a study by MetLife, although four out of five cases are not reported. In the majority of those cases, family members and caregivers are the...
Frequently asked questions, Scams
Previously, I read an article warning about what is called the “Grandparent Scam.” It is a scam I have been addressing for some time in my presentations. According to the FBI, it works like this: You’re a grandparent, and you get a phone call or an e-mail from...
Frequently asked questions, Scams
Scams have become a serious threat for senior citizens, including in our community. Almost one third of successful scams make senior citizens the victim, even though seniors represent only 12% of the population. There are several reasons for this: Seniors are the...
