Important Tips & Resources

Important Tips

Preventing Elder Abuse

• Be sure to investigate sources of elder care thoroughly
• Check the background of anyone who offers personal home care
• Contact Adult Protective Services by calling 888-832-3858 if you suspect abuse
• Do not be afraid to report elder abuse
• Look around at the facilities and other patients

Preventing Consumer Fraud

• Always take your time when making a financial decision, and do not be afraid to say "NO".
• Beware of give-away and free prizes, there is usually a catch
• Offers that sound too good to be true usually are
• Report consumer fraud to the Attorney General’s Office and Chesterfield Police

Personal Safety

• Do not open your door to strangers
• Have a buddy system with your neighbors and join a Neighborhood Watch program
• If you or someone you know becomes a victim, call Chesterfield Police immediately
• Lock up, even when you’re home
• Whenever possible, travel with a friend

Important Resources

• Better Business Bureau Senior Fraud Program
  Phone: 804-780-2222
• Do Not Call Registry
  Phone: 888-382-1222
• Fire/EMS Community Programs Section
  Phone: 804-748-1426
• Medicaid Fraud Control Unit
  Phone: 800-371-0824
• Office of Aging and Disability Services
  Phone: 804-768-7878
• Police Department Crime Prevention Section
  Phone: 804-318-8699
• State Corporation Commission Bureau of Insurance
  Phone: 877-310-6560
• Sheriff’s Office, Community Relations Office
  Phone: 804-717-6266
• Virginia Consumer Protection Section
  Phone: 804-786-2042
• Virginia Triad