WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — June 15 is recognized annually as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and organizations across Kansas on Monday emphasizing the importance of education and community support in preventing financial abuse.
The City of Wichita held classes in partnership with AARP and Fidelity Bank to teach older residents about ways they can protect themselves and their savings.
Fidelity senior financial literacy specialist Shelby Minnis Maxwell, who helped lead the classes, said although scammers target people of all ages, people 65 or older lose more money on average because they have spent more time saving up funds.
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She said if an elderly person is contacted by someone with a suspicious message or request, it’s critical that they get some input from a family member or friend before taking action…