SCAM ALERT: Be Aware
With scams and fraud against older adults on the rise, it’s more important than ever for seniors to be aware. Losing money or possessions to scams, fraud, and exploitation can be especially devastating to seniors, who may not be able to earn back what they’ve lost. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) serving Metro Atlanta, Athens and NE Georgia, AARP Georgia and the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), are sponsoring a webinar highlighting how older adults can protect themselves against scams and financial exploitation.
Participating in this webinar will help you:
• Learn about common scams and fraud targeting older adults of all incomes
• Gain familiarity with resources to help protect consumers from scams and fraud
• Find out more about AARP’s Fraud Watch Network and BBB’s Scam Tracker, both free resources to report fraud and get guidance if you’ve been targeted or defrauded.
5 p.m.
Must register to receive Zoom link at https://tinyurl.com/ScamAlertOAM
Facilitated by Janice H. Alexander, Outreach Manager with DHS
Guest panelists will include the following:
• Anna Thomas, CATS Forensic Specialist Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) – Division of Aging Services
• Anita Harris, Community Engagement Executive Better Business Bureau (BBB) Serving Metro Atlanta, Athens & NE Georgia
• Kay Sibetta, Associate State Director, Community Outreach AARP Georgia