Jun 15, 01:00 PM

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th Highlights $3.4 Billion in Financial Exploitation and Fraud

Today, June 15th, marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about the abuse and neglect of older adults. Elder abuse, which affects 1 in 6 people aged 60 and above annually, can lead to severe physical injuries and long-term psychological consequences. Financial exploitation is a significant concern, with scams targeting older individuals causing over $3.4 billion in losses last year. Organizations like the FBI and WHO are emphasizing the importance of recognizing the signs of elder abuse and fraud, and they are providing resources to help protect vulnerable seniors. The FBI has reported that older Americans have already lost $1.6 billion to fraudsters this year. Efforts to educate the public include highlighting common fraud schemes, such as government impersonation scams, and offering practical tips to prevent and report elder fraud. Scammers use deceptive tactics to steal an estimated $2.6 billion from older Americans each year.

#FBI #WHO #Americans

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