13 Resources
NCEA — federally funded resource on preventing elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. Anonymous reporting is allowed but limits APS's ability to follow up — leaving contact info helps the investigation. Self-neglect (refusing food, hygiene, medical care) is the most common form of "abuse" — APS handles it when capacity is in question. Open at no cost to South Dakota seniors and the families...
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National Adult Protective Services Association — find your state APS to report elder abuse. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. Anonymous reporting is allowed but limits APS's ability to follow up — leaving contact info helps the investigation. AARP's Fraud Watch Helpline and the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov are practical resources before and after a scam. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and family caregivers.
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US Department of Justice resources on prosecuting elder abuse and financial fraud. Useful for family members worried about a senior being isolated, controlled, or financially manipulated by a caregiver or relative. Online and phone reporting are both available; for life-threatening situations, call 911 first. Self-neglect (refusing food, hygiene, medical care) is the most common form of "abuse" — APS handles it when capacity is in question. Free, confidential, and available to any South Dakota...
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Free helpline 1-877-908-3360 for fraud help. Scam alerts and prevention. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or financial scams targeting older adults. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential; reporters' names are not shared with the suspected abuser. AARP's Fraud Watch Helpline and the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov are practical resources before and after a scam. Free, confidential, and available to any South Dakota resident who needs the information.
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Federal Trade Commission scam alerts and consumer protection. Pass It On for older adults. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers required by law to report suspected abuse — APS shields good-faith reporters. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential; reporters' names are not shared with the suspected abuser. AARP's Fraud Watch Helpline and the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov are practical resources before and after a scam. Free service; donations support but never gate access.
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FBI resources on common scams targeting seniors. Report fraud to ic3.gov. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor who suspects something is wrong but isn't sure what to do. Banks now have safe harbors to refuse suspicious transactions on senior accounts; ask about elder financial protection at the branch. Self-neglect (refusing food, hygiene, medical care) is the most common form of "abuse" — APS handles it when capacity is in question. Free, confidential, and available to any...
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Report and search reported scams in your area to protect yourself and others. Useful for family members worried about a senior being isolated, controlled, or financially manipulated by a caregiver or relative. Adult Protective Services intake is confidential; reporters' names are not shared with the suspected abuser. Scams targeting seniors stole over