Lifelong Decatur Wants to Know……

October 30, 2014 by Leave a comment

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Survey1Lifelong Decatur Seeks Community Input

Decatur’s Lifelong Community Advisory Board invites the community to complete a survey to help plan the direction for Decatur’s future as a place where people of all ages and resources can live throughout their lifetimes. The board welcomes the community’s input to reach these goals. All Decatur residents, not only senior citizens, may complete the survey here.

The Decatur City Commission created the board to fulfill the goals of the 2010 Strategic Plan, including assuring our city is a safe, healthy and inviting community for all ages. If you prefer to complete a hard copy of the survey or would like more information, contact staff liaison Lee Ann Harvey at leeann.harvey@decaturga.com or call 678-553-6548. The deadline to complete the survey is Friday, November 21, 2014.

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LifeLong Decatur 3rd Thursday: Too Good To Be True

July 16, 2014 by Leave a comment

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Thursday, July 17, 6:30 p.m.
Decatur Recreation Center
231 Sycamore St.

Lifelong Decatur Third Thursday series hosts a panel of experts on avoiding fraud and scams, especially those targeting older adults. Whether you are concerned for yourself or a loved one, learn steps to prevent being taken advantage of by investment scams, telemarketing schemes and other fraud, identity theft, and financial exploitation of older adults and other vulnerable individuals.

The panel includes Sgt. Jennifer Ross, Decatur Police Department Community Information and Education Officer; Jeanne Canavan, DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office; and Elder and Family Law attorney Donald S. Horace, Esq.

Think you or someone you know has been a victim of a scam? Here are some resources for help:
• Decatur Police Department: 404-373-6551
• FBI Information on Common Fraud Schemes: fbi.gov/scams-safety/fraud/seniors
• Georgia Senior Legal Hotline: 404-657-9915
• Adult Protective Services: To report suspected exploitation of an elder person who lives in a private residence call 404-657-5250 or visit aging.dhr.georgia.gov.

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