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9 06, 2025

Protecting Seniors from Fraud – Safety Tips

2025-06-09T09:48:32-04:00June 9th, 2025|Categories: Safety, Scams|

As we age, we gain wisdom—but unfortunately, we may also become targets for scammers. Seniors are often seen as ideal targets for fraud because they tend to be more trusting, may live alone, and often have financial assets. That’s why protecting seniors from fraud in the digital and real world is more important than ever. Here’s what you and your loved ones should know to stay protected. Common Types of Scams Targeting Seniors Phone Scams “You’ve won a prize!” or “Your grandchild is in trouble!” are common ploys. Scammers may impersonate government agencies like the IRS or Medicare. Online Scams Phishing emails and fake websites can steal personal information or install malware. Romance scams have increased, particularly through social media. Charity Fraud Especially common after [...]

3 09, 2024

Top 5 Financial Scams Targeting Seniors

2024-09-03T10:01:46-04:00September 3rd, 2024|Categories: Scams|

Financial scams targeting seniors are unfortunately common, as scammers often view older adults as vulnerable and more trusting. Here are the top five financial scams that frequently target seniors:   Medicare/Health Insurance Scams How It Works: Scammers, posing as Medicare representatives, call seniors and ask for their personal information, such as Medicare ID numbers, under the pretense of updating records or offering new benefits. Impact: Fraudsters use this information to make false claims and steal money from the Medicare system, leaving seniors with false medical bills and compromised identities.   Telemarketing Scams How It Works: Seniors receive unsolicited phone calls from scammers offering fake prizes, products, or investments. These scammers often pressure the senior to make immediate decisions, requiring upfront payments or credit card information. [...]

5 06, 2023

How Seniors Can Protect Themselves From Fraud

2023-06-05T12:41:18-04:00June 5th, 2023|Categories: Fraud, Scams|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

  Fraud is growing, becoming more sophisticated, and seniors are often the target. According to newly released numbers from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), consumers reported losing almost $8.8 billion to scams and fraud in 2022, up 30 percent from 2021. Fortunately, once you know what to look out for, there are steps that you can take to protect yourself. FirstLantic highlights some of the most common scams that target older Americans and the important measures you can follow to ensure you do not become a victim.   Fake Lottery is perpetuated through a phone call stating that you've won millions of dollars, but you need to pay administrative fees or taxes to receive the money. Grandparent Scam is when you receive a call or email from [...]

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