Financial Wellness & Education

Senior Fraud Awareness Day – May 15, 2025 Our aging loved ones deserve to live with dignity, security, and peace of mind. Unfortunately, seniors are often targeted by scammers and even trusted individuals who exploit them financially. That’s why Senior Fraud Awareness Day is a crucial reminder to stay informed and alert. Why This Matters Elder financial abuse is one of the most underreported — yet fastest growing — crimes in the U.S. Caregivers, family members, and...

June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and June 15 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Elder abuse is a growing concern in our society, affecting countless seniors who deserve to live with dignity, respect, and security. As our population ages, it becomes increasingly important to raise awareness about elder abuse and to take proactive measures to prevent it. Planters First Bank is deeply committed to safeguarding our senior community from fraud and financial abuse, and we are proud to...

Planters First Bank is joining the national effort to protect seniors from becoming victims of fraud and financial abuse by offering Safe Banking for Seniors workshops within the communities we serve and by providing free online resources. Each year, older customers lose approximately $2.9 billion to fraud, but that number is suspected to be drastically underestimated because only 1 in 44 seniors report financial abuse. Safe Banking for Seniors is a new financial education program...

The Georgia Consumer Protection Guide for Older Adults is designed to help older adults avoid fraud and exploitation, make wise choices about their money and well-being, and navigate some of the challenges that come with aging. “Older adults, especially those who speak English as a second language, can be particularly vulnerable to scams and deceptive practices,” said Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr. “This guide was designed to empower older adults, their families, and...

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is recognized on June 15th as a day to promote preventing abuse and neglect of elders. One of the most prevalent types of elder abuse is financial exploitation. WHAT IS ELDER ABUSE? Elder abuse refers to intentional or negligent acts by a “trusted” individual that causes (or potentially causes) harm to an older person. WHY DOES ELDER ABUSE OCCUR? Elder abuse is more common than we think. Signs of Elder Abuse Elder abuse can include...