Slow your scroll: Spot and avoid social media giveaway scams November 27, 2023 digital security·Scams·Seniors By Terri Miller Consumer Education Specialist, FTC, November 15, 2023 You may have heard us say when you’re shopping online, check things Read More
Protect Yourself From These Common Scam Emails June 5, 2023 Cybercrime·Fraud Story by Nina Derwin 6/5/2023 Protect Yourself From These Common Scam Emails Each day, billions– yes, billions– of deceptive or fraudulent emails Read More
Scam victims may feel stupid. And ashamed. And that’s perfectly normal September 13, 2022 Elder Financial Abuse·Financial Exploitation·Recent Updates Getting scammed is bad enough. But what are victims then supposed to do with the feelings of foolishness and frustration that often Read More
National Slam the Scam Day February 21, 2022 Scams Partnership Social Security Administration & Office of the Inspector General | March 10, 2022 National Slam the Scam Day is rapidly approaching Read More
Buying A Toy For Your Grandchild? Avoid These Scams December 8, 2021 Uncategorized Every year, there are always a few “must-have” toys on most kids’ holiday wish lists. The toy sells out fast and becomes Read More
AARP Fraud Watch Network – Rental Car Scams July 20, 2021 Uncategorized The AARP Fraud Watch Network is a free resource that provides all of the necessary tools to help you and your loved Read More
Honoring World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15, 2021 Uncategorized June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. To commemorate this day, we are sharing resources to help communities across the nation Read More
AARP Perfect Scam Podcast April 29, 2021 Uncategorized AARP’s weekly podcast The Perfect ScamSMtells the stories of people who find themselves the target of a scam. Host Bob Sullivan introduces listeners Read More
Valentine’s Day and The Sweetheart Scam February 12, 2021 Scams Resources to Avoid the Sweetheart Scam During the month of February, our thoughts turn to Valentine’s Day and feeling connected. So in this Read More
Keene Police Intercept Another Grandchild in Jail Scheme December 15, 2020 Uncategorized Original Post | By Damien Fisher Union Leader Correspondent Nov 6, 2020 Keene police say a local bank teller helped stop an Read More