Why Santa Ana families need to save and plan instead of relying on Kermes fundraisers
World Savings Day falls on October 31. This day is a reminder for us to think about our finances and our financial planning. This point is hammered home in Santa…
Roma distraction theft suspects in Santa Ana seriously injured an elderly victim they drove into
On June 4, 2025, at approximately 12:20 p.m., police officers responded to a robbery near 2100 South Bristol Street, according to the SAPD. This incident is consistent with a pattern…
An elderly woman with dementia and medical needs is missing in Anaheim
The Anaheim Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating Rebecca Swords, 77, who was last seen this morning near Harbor Blvd and Vermont Ave. Rebecca has dementia and…
Retired SAUSD teacher reunites with a student and they use music to change the lives of seniors
A former SAUSD middle school science teacher and his student, separated by more than a decade, now find themselves working side by side—only this time, the roles have reversed. Michael…
O.C. senior arrested for exposing himself to residents of Laguna Woods
LAGUNA WOODS, Ca. (April 10, 2025): On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, Orange County Sheriff’s Department Special Victims Detail (SVD) investigators arrested Robert Mario Perri, 66, of Laguna Woods, in connection…
Two suspects were arrested for scamming an elderly O.C. woman out of $35K via a fraudulent email
Last week, an elderly Newport Beach resident reported being defrauded out of $35,000 cash after she received a fraudulent email from scammers who convinced her to withdraw cash from her…
Santa Ana Senior Centers’ Thanksgiving celebration set for Nov. 13
The Southwest Senior Center and the Santa Ana Senior Center are hosting a Thanksgiving celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at: Southwest Senior Center, 2201 W. McFadden…
The SAPD is searcing for a critical missing elderly person
Today, August 11, 2024, at approximately 7 a.m., Maria García went missing from the area of 7th Street and Bristol Street. She suffers from dementia and in need of medication,…
A caretaker was arrested for defrauding an elderly dementia patient in Irvine
This morning, police detectives arrested Talia Vaipulu, 44, of Hawaiian Gardens, for defrauding an older man diagnosed with dementia, according to the Irvine Police Department. Vaipulu, an in-home caregiver, is…
The OCDA focuses on protecting the elderly on World Elder Abuse Day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is an opportunity for communities around the globe to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of senior citizens through raising awareness of the…
Two carjacking suspects who attacked an elderly woman were arrested in north Orange County
On March 27, 2024, at approximately 12:40 PM, police officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of W. Malvern Ave. regarding a carjacking that just occurred, according to the Fullerton…
The Costa Mesa Police Dept. is looking for a senior critical missing person
The Costa Mesa Police Department is currently looking for a critical missing person, Mr. Agustin Maravilla. Maravilla is a Hispanic male, 5'7" and weighs 154 lbs. He has gray hair, brown eyes,…
Santa Ana hoarder charged with murder after his elderly mother was found with bedsores and feces and had septic shock
ANTA ANA, Calif. – A 50-year-old man has been charged with murder for killing his 82-year-old mother who died ten days after being taken by ambulance from hoarder-like conditions. She…
Suspect wanted for the murder and elder abuse of his mother turned himself in to the SAPD
Wanted suspect Richard Towers, 50-years-old, responded to the Santa Ana Police Department and turned himself in on February 12, 2024, according to the SAPD. Detectives arrested and booked Towers at…