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Understanding Elder Financial Abuse
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month and June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Elder abuse is very common. Here in Contra Costa County, Adult Protective Services received 6,225
Credit Freeze vs. Fraud Alert
Consumers can protect themselves from identity theft and fraud in many different ways. One way is by setting up a credit freeze or a fraud alert. Both these methods can
Self-Care and Mindfulness
As we age, it’s important that we practice self-care and mindfulness. Aging can be stressful and hard. With aging can come a myriad of challenges, including loneliness, health problems, loss,
Emotional Support Animals
Many individuals with mental health-related disabilities, including depression, anxiety, PTSD and phobias, have Emotional Support Animals (ESA) that provide comfort and relief from symptoms of their condition. California and federal
Medical Debt
Common Debt The most common debt consumers face are health care related costs, or medical debt. One in five Americans face the daunting reality of having medical bills in collections.1
Understanding Ageism and Age Discrimination
Discrimination and the Law Legally speaking, age discrimination involves treating an applicant or employee less favorably because of their age. The federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits such