Healthy Oregon

Have a sober adult responsible for watching the kids in the water.

Discussing POLST, Advanced Directives, and end of life planning at Merrill Gardens today!

We will be at Merrill Garden’s health fair from 11-1 today, talking about advanced directives and end of life decisions!! Stop on by!

Some things to consider ⚖️🛀🧑‍🍳💊👯

Older adults are too often targeted by scams, fraud, and financial exploitation. Sometimes by strangers, but often by people they know.

Protecting financial health is an important part of aging with dignity.

Warning signs can include:
• Sudden changes in banking habits
• Unpaid bills despite available funds
• Pressure to “act quickly” on financial decisions
• Requests for personal information by phone or email
• Isolation from trusted family or friends

Having open conversations about finances, assigning trusted contacts, and staying connected to community support systems can help protect independence and security.

If something feels wrong, trust your instincts and ask questions. No one should feel embarrassed about seeking help.

Together, we can help create safer and healthier communities for older adults across Oregon.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of elder fraud, help is standing by at the National Elder Fraud Hotline.
833–FRAUD–11

Or, for more information, go to:

Protecting Older Adults from Fraud and Financial Exploitation | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Protecting Older Adults from Fraud and Financial Exploitation