🎙️Welcome back to Steadfast Care Planning, your trusted space for everything related to planning for extended care to live well!
💡 In this enlightening episode, host Kelly Augspurger is joined by Deb Martin, the manager of the Vulnerable Adult Office at Thrivent. Deb has extensive experience in elder abuse prevention and detection and shares crucial information on this pressing topic.
✨ In this episode, we’ll unpack what constitutes elder abuse, the various forms it can take beyond just physical harm, and the alarming prevalence of financial exploitation and confidence scams perpetrated through various digital technology platforms i.e. phones, emails, social media.
🚩 Deb will also share key red flags to watch out for, common scams targeting older adults, and actionable steps for reporting and preventing elder abuse.
👥 Whether you're a caregiver, financial professional, or simply concerned about the well-being of an older loved one, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. So, stay tuned as we ensure our elders are protected and well cared for.
In this episode they covered:
🔹 Understanding the various forms of elder abuse, including physical, emotional, and financial.
🔹 Red flags to look out for that may signal elder abuse.
🔹 Real-life examples of scams targeting elderly individuals.
🔹 How to report suspected elder abuse to the appropriate authorities.
🔹 Preventative strategies to protect older adults from becoming victims.
🔹 The importance of proactive planning with trusted contacts and documented wishes.
📽️ To watch this episode: https://youtu.be/JK9ElArY4Uw
For more information about Deb Martin and Thrivent, please visit:
https://www.thrivent.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmarquette
To report abuse:
National Adult Protective Services Association:
https://www.napsa-now.org
(202)-370-6292
Long-Term Care Ombudsmen:
https://acl.gov/programs/Protecting-Rights-and-Preventing-Abuse/Long-term-Care-Ombudsman-Program
(202)-332-2275
#LongTermCare #Thrivent #SteadfastCarePlanning #DebMartin #longtermcareinsurance #preventelderabuse
For additional information about Kelly, check her out on Linkedin or www.SteadfastAgents.com.
To explore your options for long-term care insurance, click here.
Steadfast Care Planning podcast is made possible by Steadfast Insurance LLC,
Certification in Long Term Care, and AMADA Senior Care.
Come back next time for more helpful guidance!
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