Karen Hunt served as a Superior Court Judge from 1984 until 2000. And while she retired from the bench, Judge Hunt has definitely not retired. She continues to work in a variety of ways that benefit both community and people. In this program, Judge Hunt discusses “minimum documents” people should have in place that will…
AARP Alaska
AARP Alaska #712: Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska
Pamela Kelley, Education Director for Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska talks about the number of Alaskans affected by Alzheimer’s and what steps should be done immediately – by the individual and the family – when the diagnosis is first learned. Ms. Kelley also shares information on a variety of workshops offered by the organization. Ann Secrest…
AARP Alaska #711: Your Advance Health Care Directive
Julie Wrigley, estate planning and business attorney with the Durrell Law Group, P.C. of Anchorage, discusses the personal journey she underwent when she discovered she had cancer – and how that changed her life. She now speaks publicly on the importance of having three documents completed: (1) Advance Health Care Directive; (2) A Durable Power…
AARP Alaska #710: In their own words
Kristy Naylor, Securities and Enforcement Chief and David Newman, Senior Examiner for the State of Alaska Division of Banking and Securities share the story – and video interview — of Bill Burk of Anchorage who was a victim of financial fraud. Burk, a Korean War veteran, former boxer, miner and commercial fisherman had been promised…
AARP Alaska #709: How Alaska’s Division of Banking and Securities serves Alaskans
Kristy Naylor, Securities and Enforcement Chief and David Newman, Senior Examiner for the State of Alaska Division of Banking and Securities discuss the mission of the Division, how Alaskans can protect themselves from fraud, how an investor can check out a broker-dealer or investment adviser and questions you as an investor have the right to…
AARP Alaska #708: Scams That Target Seniors
Michelle Tabler, Alaska Regional Manager for the Better Business Bureau Northwest talks about scams that target seniors, including medical scams, medical device scams, counterfeit prescription drugs scams, charity scams, fake win notice scams, the grandparent scam, the Microsoft scam, the IRS or Jury Duty Scam, and internet fraud. She also talks about the BBBs new…
AARP Alaska #707: How to Avoid Identity Theft
Michelle Tabler, Alaska Regional Manager for the Better Business Bureau Northwest discusses identity theft: What the thieves look for and what they can do with the information they steal. She also defines Phishing, Vishing and Smishing, which are new methods by which criminals try to fraudulently obtain personal information. Ms. Tabler also talks about how…
AARP Alaska #706: Inside a check fraud ring in Alaska
Don Krohn, Security Officer for First National Bank Alaska discusses check fraud and why it is on the rise – even in Alaska. In the program, images of checks that were “washed” are shown and Mr. Krohn discusses what individuals can do to avoid having their checks altered or “washed” by fraudsters. He details how…
AARP Alaska #705: How the banking industry spots fraud and passwords you should not use
Don Krohn, Security Officer for First National Bank Alaska shares his insight as a former white collar investigator who now not only understands the banking industry but trains banking employees on how to spot fraud. Mr. Krohn discusses the pattern of mailbox thieves as well as best practices to ensure security for anyone who owns…
AARP Alaska #704: How to be prepared in the Alaska wilderness: An EMT’s perspective
Mike Motti, EMT, Instructor for Wilderness Medical Associates talks about the importance of preparation and prevention for those who want to explore Alaska. During the program Mr. Motti demonstrates what he considers to be critical gear for anyone who is planning a wilderness trip. He also demonstrates gear needed for snow adventures, including an avalanche…