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Agencies host Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio Bookmark

On November 21, 2019 in Articles by ODA WebAdmin
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Every older Ohioan deserves to live and age with dignity and without the fear of fraud, intimidation, or exploitation. Combating elder fraud and exploitation requires the collective attention of all entities who serve and support older Ohioans. Every older Ohioan deserves to live and age with dignity and without the fear of fraud, intimidation, or exploitation. Combating elder fraud and exploitation requires the collective attention of all entities who serve and support older Ohioans.

We extend our thanks to the advocates and experts who participated in the forum to help inform future policy to protect older adults.

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

Forum on Elder Abuse and Exploitation in Ohio

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