2025 EAS Event Program - Flipping Book

Breakout Session 1: 10:10 AM – 11:05 AM This workshop will outline clear and direct steps to take when you suspect that a loved one has been targeted or victimized by financial abuse. You will receive updated information on the deceptive tactics used by perpetrators who manipulate their victims into believing they are trustworthy and have their best interests at heart, all while gathering critical information to commit fraud. We will also explore various methods to seek remedies and recover lost funds. Preying on Vulnerable Loved Ones: Financial Abuse and Recovery of Funds

Presenters Victor Cardona, MBA, CFE, CAMS, CFCS Senior Vice President, BSA O Golden State Bank David Wall, JD, CPA, CFE Forensic Accountant Riverside County District Attorney’s Office Diane Zimmerman, CFE Forensic Accountant Riverside County District Attorney’s Office

Hoarding: A Simple Look at a Complex Disorder

Breakout Session 1: 10:10 AM – 11:05 AM This comprehensive lecture provides an in-depth understanding of hoarding, its causes, and effective intervention strategies. Key Topics: What is Hoarding? – Identifying when collecting crosses into hoarding. Why People Hoard – Exploring psychological triggers behind compulsive acquiring. Types of Hoarding Behaviors – Learning how different hoards reveal insights about individuals. Dangers of Hoarding – Understanding hidden risks through real-life examples, emergency footage, and expert insights. Making Progress with Hoarders – Proven strategies for effective intervention and long-term success. Aftercare for Success Implementing four simple steps to break the 97% relapse cycle. Learning Objectives: Recognize hoarding vs. clutter/disorganization. Understand root causes and classifications of hoarding. Identify life-threatening dangers in hoarded environments. Learn effective, compassionate intervention methods. This lecture, backed by 30 years of experience in hoarding cleanup and 15 years as a firefighter, equips attendees with practical skills to support individuals and communities effectively.

Presenter Cory Chalmers, CEO Steri-Clean Television Host

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