Presentations

Elder abuse is a single act, repeated act, or lack of appropriate action occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person. Case studies will be discussed on each type of abuse.

This presentation explores:

• Risk and protective factors of physical abuse
• Sexual abuse
• Financial abuse
• Emotional abuse
• Neglect

Elder abuse is a pertinent societal issue that demands the attention of law enforcement professionals due to its complex nature and the vulnerable status of older adults.

This introduction aims to equip law enforcement officers with essential knowledge about the various forms of elder abuse, including physical, emotional, financial, and neglectful mistreatment, as well as the legal framework and reporting protocols involved in these cases.

Officers will learn to identify the signs of abuse, understand the unique challenges faced by victims, such as fear of retribution or lack of awareness about their rights, and recognize the importance of collaboration with community resources to provide support and protection for elderly individuals.

Through comprehensive training and awareness, law enforcement can play a crucial role in safeguarding older adults, advocating for justice, and promoting a culture of respect and dignity for this vulnerable population.

This presentation explores:

• How to recognize elder abuse
• How to conduct a proper investigation
• Interview techniques
• Resources for victims
• Why collaboration with other government resources is essential

Elder abuse represents one of the most pressing yet overlooked challenges facing our communities today. As faith leaders and community members, we have both the opportunity and responsibility to recognize, prevent, and respond to the mistreatment of our most vulnerable members.

This presentation provides essential knowledge and practical tools to help faith-based communities become sanctuaries of safety and dignity for older adults. This presentation explores:

• Why faith communities must care
• Recognizing warning signs in congregations
• The role of faith leaders in prevention and response

This presentation is designed to provide essential insights into the recognition, prevention, and intervention strategies related to elder abuse within healthcare settings.

As frontline caregivers, nurses and healthcare workers play a critical role in identifying the signs of abuse—whether physical, emotional, financial, or neglect—often encountered during routine assessments and interactions with elderly patients. This training emphasizes the unique vulnerabilities of older adults, including cognitive impairments and social isolation, which can exacerbate the risk of abuse.

By fostering a deeper understanding of the legal and ethical obligations to report suspected abuse, and by promoting compassionate communication techniques, healthcare professionals are better equipped to advocate for their patients, ensuring their safety and well-being. Ultimately, this foundational knowledge is vital in creating a supportive environment where older adults can receive care free from harm and exploitation.

This presentation explores:

• Why nurses and healthcare workers matter
• The types of elder abuse
• Cultural and ethnic considerations
• Legal and ethical considerations

It is estimated that seniors are scammed out of 36 billion dollars per year in financial exploitation.

Such exploitation occurs whenever older adults are deprived of their property by improper means and commonly includes fraud, theft, or deceptive behavior. Often the perpetrator of this behavior is a family member, caregiver, or someone who has a relationship of trust with the older adults.

Increasingly, older adults are also targeted for exploitation by strangers using various types of scams and frauds. Case studies and interviews with victims are included in the presentation.

This presentation will cover:

• The different types of financial exploitation, scams and frauds that are targeting seniors
• The best ways to minimize being victimized

This presentation examines the alarming reality of financial exploitation perpetrated by those closest to aging individuals, often including family members and friends.

This exploitation can take many forms, such as coercion, manipulation, or outright theft of assets, and it preys on the trust and vulnerability of older adults who may be experiencing cognitive decline or isolation. The dynamics of such relationships can complicate the victim’s ability to recognize or report the abuse, as emotional ties often blur the lines between care and exploitation.

This presentation not only seeks to highlight the warning signs and patterns of this insidious crime but also emphasizes the necessity for preventive measures, education, and support systems that empower older adults to protect themselves against financial abuse, ensuring their dignity and financial security in their later years

This presentation explores:

• The scale and impact of family financial exploitation
• Warning signs and red flags
• What is a power of attorney
• Prevention and protection

In an era of increasingly sophisticated digital threats, America’s veterans face a troubling reality: their service and sacrifice have made them prime targets for scammers and fraudsters.

This comprehensive presentation examines the evolving landscape of fraud targeting those who served, revealing the tactics employed by criminals and providing essential knowledge to protect our veteran community from financial exploitation.

This presentation explores:

• What is Financial Exploitation
• Why are veterans targeted
• What scams specifically target veterans

This presentation addresses the increasing prevalence of fraudulent schemes that specifically exploit the fears, loneliness, and emotional vulnerabilities of seniors.

These scams often feature con artists posing as psychics or spiritual advisors, who manipulate their victims into believing they possess mystical abilities to predict the future or communicate with lost loved ones. By leveraging personal information and employing high-pressure tactics, these scammers can convince older adults to part with significant sums of money, often leading to devastating financial and emotional consequences.

This examination highlights the urgent need for awareness and education within both the older adult community and their families, equipping them with the knowledge to recognize the signs of such scams and encouraging proactive measures to enhance their protection against these insidious threats.

This presentation explores:

• The financial and emotional impact
• Critical warning signs
• Prevention and protection

A critical examination of an emerging form of exploitation targeting our most vulnerable populations through systematic abuse of government benefits and caregiver trust.

This presentation explores:

• What is benefits trafficking
• Targeted population
• The modus operandi of traffickers

A Power of Attorney is a document that gives one person (the designated agent), the legal authority to act on behalf of another person (the principal), for some or all financial matters. A power of attorney designation creates a fiduciary responsibility between the principal and agent.

In these situations, the agent owes the loyalty to the principal and must act in the principal’s best interest, not his or her own. A power of attorney in the wrong hands can result in a financial predator stealing money, transferring assets or taking other adverse action against the principal.

Far too often, when allegations of power of attorney theft or fraud are reported to police or Adult Protective Services (APS), victims are told that it is a “civil matter” In most cases, this is not true and a thorough investigation should be conducted. Power of attorney abuse cases will be discussed in the presentation.

This presentation identifies:

• The types of power of attorney
• Do’s and don’ts when granting power of attorney
• Power of attorney theft and fraud from the police perspective and victim perspective

Identity theft occurs when someone uses another’s personal identifying information, like their name, identifying number, or credit card number without their permission, to commit fraud or other crimes.

Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the United States. In 2017, there were approximately 16 million victims of identity theft costing citizens $16.8 billion. These alarming statistics demonstrate ID theft may be the most frequent, costly and pervasive crime in the US.

This presentation will focus on:

• The different types of identity theft
• Data breaches
• The dark web and what measures you can take to minimize becoming a victim

Identity theft targeting children is a silent epidemic that can devastate a young person’s financial future before they even reach adulthood. This comprehensive presentation provides parents, guardians, and families with essential knowledge and actionable strategies to safeguard minors from this growing threat.

This presentation explores:

• The types of identity theft
• Why minors are targeted
• Proactive steps to reduce the opportunity for victimization

Choosing the right caregiver for your loved one is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. This presentation provides essential strategies and insights to help you navigate the selection process with confidence, ensuring your family member receives compassionate, professional care that meets their unique needs.

This presentation explores:

• The do’s and don’ts of selecting a caregiver
• Understanding and assessing care needs
• Agencies vs private caregivers