The National Do Not Call Registry lets you limit the telemarketing calls you receive. Stop unwanted sales calls by registering your phone number: Online: Visit DoNotCall.gov. By phone: Call 1-888-382-1222 or TTY: 1-866-290-4236.
Social Security Administration
How to report fraud
Do you suspect someone of committing fraud, waste, or abuse against Social Security?
You can contact the Office of the Inspector General’s fraud hotline at 1-800-269-0271 or submit a report online
If you receive a suspicious call from someone alleging to be from Social Security, hang up, and then report details of the call to the Office of the Inspector General
What is Elder Abuse?
Any crime or violation committed against a victim who is 60 years of age or older may be considered elder abuse. To report Elder abuse call- 212-335-9007
What are some examples of elder abuse?
- Domestic abuse or neglect at the hands of a family member or caregiver
- Financial exploitation committed by a family member or relative, home aide, stranger or “professional”
- Abuse of a power of attorney by someone entrusted to act as a fiduciary
Resources
District attorney’s Main office 212-335-9000
FACT SHEET, what you Should know about Elder Abuse
Department of the Aging Elder Abuse Information
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dfta/services/elder-abuse-crime.page
https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/elderabuse/fastfact.html