Resources
PDFs
Resource Companion for the Psychology of Cybercrime
Explore cybercrime support resources, advocacy scripts, and FAQs about how to better support older adults who have been victimized by cybercriminals.
Videos
Ask the Expert: What’s in a Fall?
Join us for “What’s in a Fall,” presented by Rosalind Strickland, owner of Rosalind Strickland Interior Design and a certified Aging-in-Place Home Safety Advisor. She reveals why fall prevention is not just a safety issue, but a critical component of aging well and staying independent.
Videos
The Psychology of Cybercrime
This presentation combines data-driven and clinical perspectives on the impact of online fraud on older adults and the requirements for meaningful recovery. While the session addresses online crime broadly, it also addresses the most devastating cases, including romance fraud and crypto investment fraud, where the psychological and financial harm can be life-altering.
Articles
Unmet Needs and Dementia Caregiving
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, family members typically step into the role of caregiver without much preparation. What starts as helping with a few reminders or rides to appointments can quickly turn into managing medications, coordinating doctor visits, handling finances and making difficult decisions about the future.
Articles
Protecting Your Heart, Finances and Well-Being From Romance Scams
Whether through social media, dating websites or even a simple text message from a stranger, many older adults are finding companionship online. These platforms can be a wonderful way to meet people, but they have unfortunately also become a hunting ground for criminals.
Videos
Eldercare Options and How to Prepare for Them: Creating a Realistic Plan for the Future
As you or a loved one ages, planning for future care needs is very important, but something that goes unaddressed by many families. Preparing for housing needs, financial changes and healthcare challenges can help to ease these transitions in the future.
Articles
Caring for a Loved One with Cancer
Hearing that a loved one has cancer can be overwhelming. In the days following a diagnosis, it is common to feel frightened, uncertain and unsure of what to do next. While every cancer journey is different, caregivers play an essential role in helping their loved one manage treatment, cope with side effects and maintain the best possible quality of life.
Articles
Treating Hoarding Behavior in Older Adults: A Guide for Caregivers and Family Members
Hoarding is a complex and challenging behavior that often requires specialized treatment. It’s important to understand that simply cleaning up the hoarded items will not resolve the underlying issues. Effective intervention involves a combination of emotional support, mental health care, and gradual change. For caregivers and family members of an older adult who hoards, here’s how you can approach treatment in a way that supports your loved one’s long-term well-being.
Videos
20th Annual Katz Policy Lecture – Closing the Gap
Older adults face growing financial challenges—but for women, the long-term impact of caregiving, wage gaps and workplace barriers can significantly shape economic security later in life.