Workshop: Help You Help Others

Tuesday, 9/22/2026
2:00 - 3:30

Suitable for:

Adults

Join us for a three-part presentation series focused on preventing scams and abuse targeting older adults and individuals with disabilities in San Francisco. Learn practical tips, resources, and ways to stay safe from experts in the field.

Presented by:

Elder & Dependent Adult Abuse Prevention Program, Institute on AgingMayor’s Office for Victims’ Rights
San Francisco Adult Protective Services (APS)
Community Youth Center

Session 1: Scam Prevention Basics

Date: September 15
Presenters: Elder & Dependent Adult Abuse Prevention Program (IOA) & Mayor’s Office for Victims’ Rights
Topics:

Common scams targeting older and disabled adults
Red flags and warning signs
Tools and resources to block scams
How to report abuse and fraud
Overview of the Mayor’s Office for Victims’ Rights and its support services

Session 2: Understanding Adult Protective Services (APS)

Date: September 22
Presenter: San Francisco Adult Protective Services
Topics:

What APS is and how it works
Reporting process
Services and support APS provides

Session 3: Street Safety for Older Adults

Date: September 29
Presenter: Community Youth Center
Topics:

Staying safe on the bus, street, in cars, and at home
The “5 Ds” of safety intervention
Practical dos and don’ts for personal safety

Community & Neighborhood

Build connections with others in our local programs.

Older Adult

Learn and live well at any age.

This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

Attending Programs

All programs are drop-in (no registration necessary) unless otherwise noted. All SFPL locations are wheelchair accessible. For accommodations (such as ASL), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org. Requesting at least 3 business days in advance will help ensure availability.

This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

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The views and opinions expressed in programs presented by groups unaffiliated with SFPL do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of SFPL or the City.