Page 14 - The Jewish Voice - July '21

Page 14, The Jewish Voice

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JFS Becomes a Home Health and Chai Line (intake and referral) department clients, Who are the perpetrators?
When we think of fraudsters, we tend to think of
with private, VA, and long-term care insurance payment

Agency Licensee accepted.” nameless, faceless people sitting in the dark, halfway
ComForCare Senior Services is a home care agency, around the world. In reality, a report by the Office of
As a human and social service agency, Ferd & Gladys with licensed, bonded, and insured caregivers, who may Financial Protection for Older Americans found that in
Alpert Jewish Family Service has seen the challenges receive training over and above what state law requires, 36 percent of cases, the victim knows the perpetrator
aging, chronic illness, and/or injury can have on including Alzheimer’s and dementia training, Parkinson’s personally.
community members. In an effort to provide even more training, Holocaust survivor training, Jewish cultural This is why caregiving should be a group effort. Bring
services to help people maintain their respect and dignity training, and skills training. other loved ones into the conversation, instead of leaving
and remain in the comfort of their own homes for as long Prospective clients may telephone 561.425.5180, email it in the hands of just one person. Lean on the financial
as possible, the organization will provide hands-on non- office@jfscomforcare.com, or visit https://jfscomforcare.com/. institutions you keep your money with to be an extra set
medical home health care services through JFS Homecare of eyes and ears for you. For instance, Charles Schwab
— JFSComForCare — with clients from Palm Beach Help Senior Loved Ones has teams dedicated to identifying and dealing with fraud
County through the Treasure Coast. Protect Themselves from attempts.
How can caregivers protect senior loved ones?
Financial Abuse For caregivers, if you’re worried about your loved ones,
start with this checklist to protect them:
An often-overlooked aspect of elder abuse is cybercrime Talk about it. Have a conversation about common
— and it’s a problem that’s getting worse. scams. Discuss your loved ones’ investment goals and
In 2020, the FBI reported a record amount of attitudes toward money so you can recognize irregular
cybercrime complaints — nearly 800,000 — adding up to behavior.
over $4.1 billion in losses. More than half of those losses Designate trusted contacts. Make sure financial
were suffered by people age 50 and older. institution reps know who to contact on your loved one’s
“The financial consequences are staggering,” said DJ behalf in the event of suspected exploitation, fraud, or
Johnson, senior vice president of financial crimes risk health issues.
management at Charles Schwab. “It’s something we all Get organized. Locate and safely store important
need to prioritize, dedicate resources to address, and work financial documents such as wills, trusts, powers of
closely to prevent.” attorney, account statements, insurance policies, and
The FBI data shows that, on average, Americans age 50 beneficiary designations.
JFSComForCare Executive Team members Scott Greenberg, and over lost nearly $5 million every single day, or nearly Even after you put things in place for your loved ones,
Allison Greenberg-Negri (co-owners of ComForCare Senior $3,500 per minute, to cybercriminals. be vigilant:
Services), Alpert JFS Chief Program Officer Elyse Jacobson, To protect your loved ones from financial cybercrime, Check in. Regularly review and update important
Alpert JFS CEO Marc D. Hopin the first step is awareness. What are the scams? financial documents.
While fraud can come in many forms, some criminal Listen. Pay attention to what your loved ones are saying
The Agency for Health Care Administration will schemes are targeted at the senior population, including: and listen for worrying key phrases, such as “people are
govern JFSComForCare, a licensee of the franchised Romance scam: Fraudsters present themselves as asking me for money,” “my bills are confusing to me,”
ComForCare Senior Services in Palm Beach Gardens, potential romantic partners online to exploit their targets’ and “I don’t understand financial decisions that someone
owned and operated by Scott and Irene Greenberg, Allison desire for companionship —a desire that has grown for else is making for me.”
Greenberg-Negri and Tino Negri, and Melissa Greenberg- many who have felt isolated through the coronavirus Watch. Look out for red-flag behaviors, including
Morante and Joe Morante. Licensed operations are in a pandemic — and eventually get access to their money. unusual or unexplained financial activity, abrupt changes
separate and distinct space. Person in need scam: Criminals pretend to be a loved to documents, unpaid bills or mail piling up, new friends
Home health aides and certified nursing assistants will one (e.g., a grandchild) in immediate trouble and need of or sweethearts, or confused behavior.
provide assistance with the six activities of daily living, money right away. For more information on ways to educate and protect
including bathing, continence, dressing, feeding, toileting, Investment scam: Outreach with phony investment yourself and senior family members from fraudsters, visit
and transferring/ambulation, as well as assistance with opportunities. schwab.com/schwabsafe/security-knowledge-center.
errands, companionship, light housekeeping, meal Fraud investigation scam: Criminals pose as law Source: BPT
preparation, medication reminders, respite care, safety enforcement officials, asking for personal information or
supervision, and transportation to appointments. Care even money to help with their investigation. The Single’s Scene Column
plans are established following an assessment by a Technology scam: Fraudsters appear to be a technology The Summer Dating Tsunami
registered nurse. support team member or someone from a trusted financial
“It is a remarkable thing to be able to improve the institution asking for remote access to fix a fabricated By Kelly Leary, M.S.,
quality of life for someone,” said Alpert JFS CEO Marc technical or account issue. THE Florida Matchmaker,
Hopin. “We make a difference in someone’s life every est. 1991
time we go to work, and it is our honor to serve with “A life without love is
compassion and dignity. JFSComForCare is an extension like a year without
of the work we have been doing for the past 47 years, and summer.”~~Anonymous
this new endeavor will, like everything we do, maintain Happy 4th of July to all
the highest standards possible for our clients.” of our clients, couples and
“Our mission is, simply, to always do the right thing,” friends. Isn’t it great to
said Scott Greenberg. “We recognize that everyone is feel liberated after 16 plus
important, and we strive to treat them the way we want months of all an around
to be treated. We couldn’t be more excited about this socially restrictive dating
partnership combining our philosophy with Alpert JFS’ dilemma? How do you distance and date at the same
history. Together, we will provide services to Alpert JFS time, right? Unlike many would think, we started seeing
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