What Should You Do if You Think You’ve Been Scammed?
Being scammed can be scary. Unfortunately, falling victim to a scam can happen to anyone. It’s important to be prepared.
National Slam the Scam Day
On National Slam the Scam Day and throughout the year, the Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General gives you the tools to recognize Social Security-related scams and stop scammers from stealing your money and personal information. Share scam information with your loved ones. Slam the Scam!
Financial Exploitation. Elder Beware!
Whenever I see or hear about a scam directed toward the elderly, my first thought is, “Get a life, people!” Don’t these thugs have anything better to do than steal from the elderly? And just how would they feel if someone did that to their grandma or grandpa!?! No amount of indignation is going to […]
OMG! I CAN’T FIND MY KEYS
It may be hard to know the difference between age-related changes and the first signs of Alzheimer’s disease. For example, if the person was never good at balancing a checkbook, struggling with this task is probably not a warning sign. But if their ability to balance a checkbook has recently changed, it is something to […]
Crime Prevention Tips for Elderly
Seniors can take simple steps to stay safe at home and in the community. This guide offers practical crime prevention tips—covering personal safety while walking, shopping, driving, banking, and more. Learn how to reduce vulnerability and protect yourself or a loved one from scams, theft, and fraud with these proactive, commonsense strategies.
Common Senior Scams
Stay alert to these common senior scams! The Home Repair Scam The Repair Scam can occur both on and offline. Due to loneliness or diminished capacity, the elderly are particularly vulnerable because most seniors live alone and may not be able to withstand a pushy salesman. They may contact the victim by phone or […]
Prevent Identity Theft
Identities are stolen all the time. Identity theft simply refers to the unauthorized use of a person’s identifying information. That can include your name, your Social Security number, street address, email address, credit card, medical records — even your likeness. Identity thieves use this information in all sorts of ways; they might open a bank […]
7 Signs of a SCAM
You’re asked to wire money to a stranger. You’ve won a contest you’ve never heard of or entered. You’re pressured to “act now!” You have to pay a fee to receive your “prize.” Your personal information is requested. A large down payment is requested. A company refuses to provide written information. Protect Yourself!
Seniors and Identity Theft
Identity theft has become a significant crime in today’s society. It can take various forms, including complete use of an another individual’s personal information as one’s own, use of a credit card for unauthorized purchases, or use of someone else’s Medicare ID number or health insurance number to obtain services or bill for services never […]