Safety Articles

Adult abuse: How to spot it and prevent it

HAP and other organizations focus special attention on the problem of elder abuse during Adult Abuse Prevention Month. Learn how to be on the lookout for signs of possible abuse and neglect among older adults.

Seniors can take precautions to avoid becoming burglary victims

The Seattle Police Department has reported many robberies this past year, involving elderly Asian women. Some police officers have even spent time teaching older adults how to protect themselves on the streets.

Watch out for Medicare fraud, abuse and waste

Health care fraud and abuse contribute significantly to rising health care costs, putting a burden not only on Medicare beneficiaries but on all consumers. Older adults can help contain costs by trusting their instincts and learning how to detect fraud.

When it’s no longer safe to drive

In our fast-paced, mobile world, many older adults find it hard to give up their cars even if they literally can't see the signs that they should.

Live safely in your own home

As people age, they prefer to continue living independently in their own homes. Balancing this desire with the everyday difficulties of growing older can often be challenging.