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Elder fraud a constant problem
Randy Briley
Commentary, D: Community
Guest series By Randy Briley on October 25, 2023
Elder fraud a constant problem

My wife and I spent 15 years caring for her parents, both of whom struggled with dementia. This is part six of a 10-part series that will introduce you to Arthur, Barbara and our family’s journey. Our goal is to share our triumphs and challenges to help others. 

Elder fraud is a multibillion-dollar global industry. Attacks often start with simple phone call or email phishing and come in many forms including offshore sweepstakes, fake Medicare ads, romance proposals and more.

The results can be ...

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