Five Things Seniors should know to avoid fraud!
courtesy Warren Coble
Alzheimer
     Alzheimer Care
     Resources and Support
Caregivers
     Caregiver Newsletter
      Respite Care
     Support Groups 
     Training for Caregivers   
Community
     Area Senior Centers
     Elder Law
     Homeless Resources (The Purple Book)
     North Carolina Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
     Protective Services
     Service Agencies
     Support Groups
     Transportation
Education
     Lifelong Learning
     Training for Caregivers
Fraud Prevention
Housing
     Assisted Living
     Alzheimer Housing
     Independent Living
     Respite Care
     Skilled Nursing
     Subsidized Housing
How to Use This Guide
Medical Care
     Adult Day Care
     Area Hospitals
     Doctor Referral Service
     Home Care
     Hospice
     In-Patient Rehab & Nursing 
     Out-Patient Rehabilitation
Medical Supplies
     Medical Equipment
     Prescriptions
Mental Health
     Providers 
     Support Groups
Telephone Hotlines
    
Better Business Bureau
Visit the BBB site to find your local BBB agency, read its extensive scams listing and check out charities before you give.
www.bbb.org
Information & Options Counseling
Information & Options Counseling provides information on services, programs or assistance available to seniors age 50+ and family caregivers. SHIIP counselors help with Medicare regardless of age.
347 W Salisbury Street Asheboro, NC 27203
(336)625-3389
http://www.senioradults.org/information-assistance.html
National Do No Call Registry
This registry allows you to block telemarketing calls. (Charities, political candidates and companies with whom you do business may call you even if your number is on the list.)
(888)-382-1222
www.donotcall.gov
NC Attorney General
Provides consumers with tips on many topics, like how to get a fair loan or buy a new car.
(877)-566-7226
The National Center on Elder Abuse
The US Administration on Aging provides resources on elder abuse, neglect and exploitation.
https://ncea.acl.gov/
The National Fraud Information Center
The National Fraud Information Center has tips and articles to help you recognize fraud, and an online form to file a complaint.
www.fraud.org
Randolph County Senior Adults Association
Randolph County Senior Adults Association has been serving Randolph County since 1975 and is comprised of individuals who are interested in improving the quality of life for adults ages 50 and over.
347 West Salisbury Street Asheboro, NC 27203
(336)625-3389