Idaho Commission on Aging

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day—a global call to action to stand against the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults.

We all deserve to lead happy and healthy lives free from abuse as we age, yet older people are mistreated more often than we think.

Today is a reminder that silence allows abuse to continue. Speaking up can stop harm and connect vulnerable adults with help and support.

What to Watch For

Elder abuse is often subtle, but there are warning signs we should all know:

Look for warning signs
Sudden changes in finances or unexplained withdrawals
Withdrawal from friends, family, or usual activities
Poor hygiene, untreated medical needs, or unsafe living conditions
Fearfulness around certain people
Unexplained injuries or frequent “accidents
Report suspected mistreatment of vulnerable adults to the local [Area%20Agency%20on%20Aging]Area Agency on Aging

Happy 6/5! Most people become eligible for Medicare at 65 so we celebrate Medicare Fraud Prevention Week the week of 6/5 to help remember the steps to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud!

Families and caregivers, you can help protect your loved ones from being scammed. Talk to the older folks in your life about protecting their Medicare number like they would a bank account number.

Scammers will use a lot of tactics to get your Medicare number, so be aware of their tricks. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

June 3rd:

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month- A time to recognize, prevent, and speak up about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults in our communities.

If you suspect abuse, trust your instincts and report it. You could help protect someone who cannot safely speak up for themselves.

You might be offered “free” products like back or knee braces, food, or additional benefits for your Medicare number. That’s a scam.

It’s Medicare Fraud Prevention Week! The week everyone can learn about protecting yourself, your friends, and your loved ones from scammers.

There are a lot of ways to participate so stay tuned in all week to the SMP page for different ideas to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud.

When is the last time you checked your blood pressure?? 🏆❤️🩺

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure and many don’t know it. Getting your blood pressure checked is the first step to protecting your heart and brain. Use this chart to see where your numbers fall and talk with your health care professional.

Going to be a great event!!