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PatchCast: Elder Consumer Law Day

Seniors took part in free workshop on protecting their finances.

Hank & Yvonne Charneskey, Neighbor
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Dozens of elderly residents came out to a free education seminar aton Tuesday in Gulfport. The sessions' purpose was to help protect seniors from fraud, financial abuse and financial exploitation.

There event was part of Elder Consumer Law Days. The next session is planned for May 17.

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When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 17

Where: Stetson University College of Law (Eleazer Courtroom), 1401 61st St. S. Gulfport, Fla.

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Price: Free. Registration is required and seats are limited.

Hillsborough County offers additional resources for Tampa residents on its website, including this Consumer Protection Complaint Form.

For more information about resources for elderly residents contact the Elder Consumer Protection Program at 727-562-7888 or elderconsumers@law.stetson.edu.

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