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Woman Accused Of Stealing From Her Care Recipient In Hudson Valley Woman Accused Of Stealing From Her Care Recipient In Hudson Valley
Woman Accused Of Stealing From Her Care Recipient In Hudson Valley A Hudson Valley woman was nabbed for alleged identity theft of the person she care for after her financial institution tipped off police. Dutchess County resident Brandy Lee, age 35, of Hyde Park, was arrested on Tuesday, June 28, by the New York State Police in conjunction with the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office. Following a tip from a financial institution investigation in conjunction with the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office determined Lee, while employed as the victim’s caretaker, impersonated and stole from the victim for her own financial gain, said Trooper…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $3K From Person She Cared For, Police Say Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $3K From Person She Cared For, Police Say
Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $3K From Person She Cared For, Police Say A Hudson Valley caregiver has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $3,000 from a person she cared for by forging checks. Shawna Lowe, age 37, of Dover, was arrested on Monday, June 14, by New York State Police following an investigation by the Financial Crimes Unit, said Trooper AJ Hicks. An investigation determined Lowe stole over $3,000 using forged checks belonging to the victim she was employed to care for, Hicks aid. Lowe was charged with 26 counts of possession of a forged instrument and grand larceny. She was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in …

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease
Phelps Offers Caregiver And Patient Services For Those With Alzheimer’s Disease Understanding Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s is a progressive memory loss disease that affects a person’s ability to learn, reason, make judgments, communicate, and perform daily functions. It’s difficult watching those we care for struggle to perform daily activities. At Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, we’re here to provide support for those with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and loved ones. Supporting people with Alzheimer’s and those who care for them Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease involves a team of people who provide caregiving, support, and assistance with decision makin…

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