Get ready for another eye-opening episode of "Wake Your Ask Up with Tam Lawrence" as she delves deep into the world of leadership and unravels the tangled web of political agendas. In the second episode, titled "Fact Check Leadership," Tam fearlessly questions the state of leadership in our modern society and challenges the notion of whether it has truly gone downhill.

With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to uncovering the truth, Tam Lawrence exposes the ways in which failed leadership fails to serve and support anyone beyond the party claiming to be in charge. Through meticulous fact-checking and insightful analysis, she peels back the layers of rhetoric and exposes the real impact of ineffective leadership on individuals, communities, and even entire nations.

With a blend of passion and pragmatism, Tam explores the consequences of leaders prioritizing their own interests over the needs of those they are meant to serve. Through thought-provoking discussions and interviews with experts in the field, she brings to light the mechanisms behind the erosion of trust and the disillusionment that stems from a lack of genuine leadership.

In this powerful episode, "Wake Your Ask Up with Tam Lawrence" challenges listeners to question the status quo, to demand transparency and accountability from those in power, and to empower themselves with knowledge and critical thinking. Prepare to have your beliefs challenged and your perspectives broadened as Tam Lawrence fearlessly tackles the complex issue of failed leadership. Get ready to be inspired to take action and make a difference in the world around you.

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🔍 Fact Check Leadership: Has leadership gone to hell in a hand basket? Join us for the second episode of "Wake Your Ask Up with Tam Lawrence" as we dive deep into the world of leadership and expose the truth behind failed leadership.

🤔 Are leaders truly serving the people or prioritizing their own interests? Tam Lawrence fearlessly challenges the notion of effective leadership and uncovers the consequences that arise when leaders fail to support anyone but their own party.

🌍 Discover how this lack of genuine leadership impacts individuals, communities, and entire nations. Through expert interviews and meticulous fact-checking, Tam peels back the layers of rhetoric to reveal the reality we face.

💡 Prepare to question the status quo, demand transparency, and empower yourself with knowledge and critical thinking. It's time to wake up, ask the tough questions, and make a difference.

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The scammers focused on the aging population has become overwhelming and on the rise. 

Americans over 60 are increasingly falling victim to crimes of fraud perpetrated online and over the phone at rates that add up to billions in losses each year, and federal investigators are warning that the scammers are becoming more sophisticated in the ploys they use to get their victims to hand over large sums of money.  

An estimated $28.3 billion is lost to elder fraud scams each year, according to a recent AARP Study. It found that 72% — or more than $20 billion — is taken by individuals who are known to the victims, like family members, friends or advisers. The study says many of the scams that account for the nearly $30 billion lost go unreported, and the FBI is now urging anyone who encounters suspicious activity online to disengage and report the conduct to law enforcement. 

Rich Brune — a 75-year-old retiree living in Virginia —  told CBS News he fell for an online scam last year that cost him nearly $800,000. Sophisticated criminals posing as Microsoft workers contacted him online and told Brune his computer had been hacked, his financial accounts were compromised, and he needed to take urgent remedial action. 

Over a five-month period, the Navy veteran said he was instructed to transfer much of his life savings into a cryptocurrency account that the scammers told him was safe from the purported hackers. Instead, they were robbing him of his nest egg.  

After his money vanished, according to Brune, the Internal Revenue Service informed him that he owed approximately $200,000 in taxes because the money stolen from him had been withdrawn from his retirement accounts.

Crimes Against the Aging Population in America

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How the Court Sentenced My Grandmother to Death in a Nursing Home 
"Wake Your Ask Up!" 2 season "Kare Fact," addressing the crimes in probate court and the transfer of generational wealth. 

U.S. Department of Justice
950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, D.C. 20530

To Whom It May Concern,

I am writing to express my profound concern and urgency regarding a matter of utmost importance—the protection of our senior citizens from potential abuse and exploitation within the probate court system. It has come to my attention, through personal experience and mounting evidence, that there is a pressing need to address the alarming issue of abuse of power and financial exploitation targeting vulnerable seniors.

The abuse and exploitation that I speak of extend to various individuals and entities within the probate court system, including court-appointed attorneys, guardians, senior caregivers, and fiduciary representatives. These individuals and entities, under the guise of legal authority, have been infringing upon the rights of our seniors and unlawfully declaring them incompetent, all with the intent to defraud and swindle their estates. The consequences of this abuse of power have been devastating, with some seniors enduring great harm and, in tragic cases, even losing their lives.

The rapid growth in cases of abuse targeting our senior population is deeply troubling. As our senior population has tripled in this country, so too have those who seek to commit fraud, inflict harm, and abuse. I speak from personal experience as my mother was subjected to abuse in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on multiple occasions. I sought the support of the government in Madison, Wisconsin in addressing my concerns, but each investigation yielded results claiming a lack of sustainable evidence in my mother's case.

Tragically, my mother passed away on April 18th, and shortly thereafter, our family experienced yet another traumatic incident. My uncle, who resided in the state of Illinois, passed away. He had been the caregiver for my grandmother, along with a state-run senior home-based agency. Shockingly, the agency swiftly took possession of my uncle's remains and cremated him within two days. The owner of the agency then appointed himself as the power of attorney, asserting that both my uncle and grandmother had no extended live relatives.

It was only through a reliable source that our family learned about these developments. My sister hired an investigator to locate my grandmother, who we discovered was in a local hospital in Chicago. In the discharge process, the owner of the caregiver agency claimed to be the appointed power of attorney, resulting in the courts ruling that my grandmother be placed in a nursing home. While in the nursing home, my grandmother sustained a black eye under suspicious circumstances. When we reported this incident to Cook County Probate Court Judge Aicha Marie MacCarthy, our concerns were summarily dismissed, and we were even removed from the Zoom session during a hearing.

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How the Court Sentenced My Grandmother to Death in a Nursing Home

Welcome to another engaging episode of "Kare Facts," streaming on the Wake Your Ask Up podcast. I’m your host, Tam Lawrence, a former State of Wisconsin Lobbyist, Media Mogul, and a public relations veteran with 18 years of experience. Today, we delve into a pressing issue: the failure of state agencies to adequately report and respond to dangers reported by families in senior care facilities.



In this episode, we'll discuss a troubling case involving the Department of Aging’s investigation into Cornerstone of Oak Creek. This facility attempted to wrongfully evict my mother. When the eviction failed, Taylor Dean, the office manager, seemingly sanctioned her neglect, leading to staff abuse. This isn’t an isolated incident; it’s part of a broader pattern of negligence. We will explore why state-run agencies often defend corrupt, abusive, and substandard nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and community residential-based facilities.



Milwaukee County has a reputation for overlooking these issues, possibly due to a media landscape hesitant to highlight the systemic failures within Wisconsin’s senior care. We will question whether local figures like Mayor Caliver of Milwaukee or Governor Tony Evers might shed some light on these systemic issues. Let’s uncover the truth and push for the accountability that our senior citizens desperately need.



In 2022, my mother resided at Cornerstone of Oak Creek where initially, her stay was satisfactory. However, the sudden appointment of a new office manager, Taylor Dean, marked a downturn in her experience. Dean, hired to resolve previous managerial issues, began her tenure by attempting to remove residents she deemed unfit for the facility, including my mother, issuing an eviction notice right after Thanksgiving. Shocked, I contacted my mother's My Choice caseworker, Carrie Zake, who was equally astonished and immediately reached out to Dean.



Upon meeting with Dean, the eviction was abruptly rescinded under the pretext of my mother's supposedly declining health—a claim which was unfounded. It became evident that the staff was reluctant to care for her due to her requiring more attention than other residents. Dean had explicitly committed to removing my mother from the facility, employing distasteful and dishonest tactics that marred our holiday season.



Frustrated by the ongoing mistreatment, I filed a complaint with the Department of Aging. Despite providing video and audio evidence of the substandard care, the Bureau of Assisted Living concluded their investigation with no substantive findings, which was baffling given the clear evidence.



The situation escalated when my mother allegedly fell in the fitness center under suspicious circumstances shortly after the eviction notice was rescinded. I found her at Oak Creek Hospital, neglected and sitting in her own urine. After cleaning her up and returning to Cornerstone, the staff appeared surprised and unprepared for her return. During an attempt to settle her in, an assistant acted aggressively, exacerbating the hostile environment created by the new management.



Subsequently, my mother contracted coronavirus. With clear evidence from room cameras that her care was being neglected, I found her one evening in a dire state, covered in feces and urine. When I sought help, a staff member dismissively remarked that since she was moving, they were not obligated to provide care.



This series of events highlighted a gross violation of human rights, discriminatory practices, and neglect, all of which were inexplicably overlooked by the State of Wisconsin. The ordeal at Cornerstone of Oak Creek not only inflicted severe emotional distress but also underscored the urgent need for accountability and reform in senior care management.

Cornerstone of Oak Creek: Abuse of Power & the Aging - the State of Wisconsin Denies Complaints

Introducing "Wake Your Ask Up with Tam Lawrence," the thought-provoking podcast that dares to challenge the status quo and ignite change. Join your host, Tam Lawrence, as she fearlessly dives into the depths of societal issues, seeking to wake up the dormant questions that lie within us all. With a captivating blend of insight, passion, and a touch of humor, Tam Lawrence provides a refreshing perspective on a wide range of topics that matter most to us.

In this relaunch kick-off episode, Tam Lawrence fearlessly tackles the theme of failed leadership. With an unwavering commitment to truth and justice, she exposes the flaws and shortcomings of leaders across various domains, exploring the impact of their actions on individuals and communities alike. With compelling stories, engaging interviews, and thought-provoking analysis, this short episode serves as a powerful reminder of the dire consequences that result from a lack of effective leadership.

Prepare to have your assumptions challenged and your mind awakened as Tam Lawrence fearlessly confronts the issues that have long been swept under the rug. "Wake Your Ask Up with Tam Lawrence" is not just a podcast; it's a rallying cry for change, urging listeners to embrace their own power and demand accountability from those in positions of authority. Get ready to be inspired, enlightened, and motivated to take action like never before.

Cornerstone of Oak Creek: Abuse of Power & the Aging - the State of Wisconsin Denies Complaints

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