Fraud prevention will be Elder Justice Day theme
Milford. Fraud prevention and power of attorney will be key topics of this free event on August 10, at American Legion Post 139 in Milford. Food, vendors and games will also be a part of the day.
| 22 Jul 2022 | 06:26
The theme of Pike County’s 8th Annual Elder Justice Day will be fraud prevention. Organized by the Pike County Elder Abuse Task Force, the event will be on Wednesday, August 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at American Legion Post 139, 104 Route 2001, in Milford, PA.
This free event will include presentations, vendors, food, games and prizes. Speakers will talk about fraud prevention and power of attorney. Banking and securities representatives will offer Fraud Bingo for education and prizes. Local vendors will provide information about their services.
“This event is held annually to educate seniors in our community about pressing issues they may face now or in the future,” said Tracy Simon, Protective Services Care Manager of the Pike County Area Agency on Aging.
Additional vendors and sponsors are welcome. Those interested should contact the Pike County Area Agency on Aging at 570-775-5550.
The Pike County Elder Abuse Task Force was established in 2013 with the mission of educating the public on recognizing, preventing and reporting potential cases of elder abuse. If you know or suspect that an elderly person is being harmed, contact the Pike County Elder Abuse Task Force: 1-800-233-8911. Reports are taken 24 hours a day.
Elder Justice Day is a public event. Attendees are not required to be Pike County residents. There is no registration fee for attending. Registration prior to August 1 is preferred. Call 570-775-5550 ext. 1318 or 1312 to register. If you need transportation, call 570-296-3408.
This event is held annually to educate seniors in our community about pressing issues they may face now or in the future. - Tracy Simon, Protective Services Care Manager of the Pike County Area Agency on Aging.