STOP ELDER ABUSE IN ITS TRACKS
The National Center for Elder Abuse estimates that 1 in 10 Americans over the age of 60 has experienced some form of elder abuse in their lives. This number can be concerning if you are a senior or have a close senior in your life. Thankfully, there are strategies you can implement to lessen the risk of having someone you care about fall victim to elder abuse. Keep up communication. If your elderly loved ones live on their own or in an assisted living facility, you should check in with them regularly. This will give you an opportunity to check on their health and ensure that they’re being well taken care of. Talk with them about the tactics scammers may use to swindle them out of their hard-earned money. Tell them to be cautious when opening emails or answering phone calls from unknown individuals. They should also know to never give out their Social Security number or banking information to anyone online or on the phone. Pay attention to their finances and well-being. Do you know how your loved one regularly spends their free time and money? If not, you should figure it out sooner rather than later so you can catch anything unusual that could be elder abuse. Look through their monthly statements to see if they’re paying frequent or large payments that are concerning. Also, review their financial documents, such as their life insurance policy and investment Sazon Grilled Chicken Thighs How to Help Your Loved Ones
accounts, to ensure everything is in order. If necessary, you may need to consolidate their accounts to make them more manageable. Get to know the people around them. If your loved one doesn’t live with you, you should take some time to get to know the people they spend the most time with. This can include any close friends, caretakers, and health care aides. These individuals need to be trustworthy. If you have any doubts about them, speak with your loved one or hire a replacement if applicable. If you believe you or a loved one have been a victim of elder abuse, seek help from law enforcement and give us a call to see how we can assist.
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INGREDIENTS • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 tsp cumin • 1 tsp ground coriander • 1 tsp turmeric • 1/2 tsp garlic powder • 1/2 tsp oregano • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) • 1/2 tsp salt • Freshly ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS 1. In a large bowl, add chicken, olive oil, cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne pepper (if desired), salt, and pepper. Toss together to coat chicken; let it marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour. 2. Preheat grill to 400 F. Grill chicken thighs for 6–8 minutes per side or until fully cooked and an internal thermometer reads 165 F.
3. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and
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cover with foil to keep warm, then chop into bite-size pieces to use in salads, tacos, bowls, and more!
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