AARP Fraud Watch Network @aarpfraudwatch
Our team of fraud fighters have the real-world tips and tools to help protect you and your loved ones. aarp.org/FraudWatchNetw… Joined June 2014-
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Criminals are getting more sophisticated and supercharging old scams with new technology. spr.ly/6012R9bYY
Our fraud podcast, The Perfect Scam, is featured in an article by The New York Times: 6 Podcasts About Lies, Scams and Con Artists. Subscribe and listen to The Perfect Scam wherever you get your podcasts! spr.ly/6011RXlOx
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After a menacing call from Chinese government impostors, Jerry wires his life savings to protect himself. Learn about how Jerry's filmmaker son shared his experience from The Perfect Scam podcast: aarp.org/podcasts/the-p…
AARP will never call, email or mail you a letter asking for money to receive a prize or complete a survey. If this happens to you, do not respond. Contact @aarpfraudwatch to report the scam
Thank you to UPS for taking the time to realize this was a scam. Remember, no legitimate organization will ever ask you to mail or ship cash. #aarpfraudwatchnetwork spr.ly/6012PYg8M
The IRS has issued a crucial warning about a new fraud tactic: Scammers are sending fake refund notices via mail, posing as the IRS, to convince people to share sensitive personal info. Read the article below from @IRSnews to stay informed. irs.gov/newsroom/irs-s…
Protect yourself and your loved ones from scams with AARP’s Fraud Watch Network! Learn to spot scams, get expert guidance, and feel secure knowing AARP advocates for consumer protection. #WEAAD aarp.org/fraudwatchnetw…
“The Anatomy of Romance Fraud”: Somewhere along the line, the victim may feel doubt, but they suppress it. #WEAAD Hear more from Kate:
Today is #WEAAD. #OlderAdults throughout the U.S. lose an estimated $2.6 billion annually due to elder financial abuse & exploitation. Elder abuse also creates health care and legal costs for our society. However, we can change this. Learn more: ow.ly/YrvK50OOkqA.
Stop blaming the victims of scams. It’s time to hold scammers accountable. Let’s change the narrative and offer support to those affected by fraud. Language matters, and together we can make a difference. #WEAAD Learn more aarp.org/wordsmatter
“The Anatomy of Romance Fraud” Step 7: Then the large dollar requests begin – perhaps to travel to be together or to help in some emergency. #WEAAD Hear more from Kate:
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and AARP is proud to support the Senior Security Act of 2023, which would devote new resources to fighting the financial exploitation of older adults — which has doubled since the start of the pandemic. #WEAAD spr.ly/6019ONZ2l
Thank you @GMA @GioBenitez @PAAttorneyGen for working with Kate, a fraud survivor, to share important information on how others can spot and avoid romance scams. #FraudWatch #WEAAD2023
Thank you @GMA @GioBenitez @PAAttorneyGen for working with Kate, a fraud survivor, to share important information on how others can spot and avoid romance scams. #FraudWatch #WEAAD2023
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is the time to join partners to help stop fraud & abuse. Thanks @LGSusanB for bringing us together in #Windham today to do just that! @2_paint @ADS__CT @CTBanking @coalition_ct @MaeFlexer #WEAAD2023
“The Anatomy of Romance Fraud” Step 6: They start making future plans with their victim. #WEAAD Hear more from Kate:
Hundreds of Louisvillians turn out for fraud prevention forum at The Jeffersonian. Today’s Summer Scam Jam speakers are sharing insider knowledge on most common #scams and the resources to fight back against fraud. #FraudWatch
Elderly abuse is a serious issue that affects many elderly people in Pennsylvania. This World Elder Abuse Awareness day, June 15, do your part by reading this article for tips and resources to stop elderly abuse. spr.ly/6017O2FBf
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Thank you to UPS for taking the time to realize this was a scam. Remember, no legitimate organization will ever ask you to mail or ship cash. #aarpfraudwatchnetwork spr.ly/6012PYg8M
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Today is #WEAAD. #OlderAdults throughout the U.S. lose an estimated $2.6 billion annually due to elder financial abuse & exploitation. Elder abuse also creates health care and legal costs for our society. However, we can change this. Learn more: ow.ly/YrvK50OOkqA.
Earlier we talked about #RomanceScams affecting older adults. This @aarpfraudwatch series of short videos about Kate's experience of a romance scam illuminates the tactics. We're in awe of Kate's bravery sharing her story so others may stay safe. #RightsDoNotGetOld #WEAAD2023
Watch “The Anatomy of Romance Fraud,” a series of 7 short videos that identify the different components of a romance scam, as told by Kate, a fraud survivor. Step 1: Criminal scammers hunt online for their targets #WEAAD
Kate is not only courageous but she is an amazing storyteller. Her experience should be shared with as many victims and potential victims as possible. Thank you @aarpfraudwatch for giving Kate the confidence & reassurance to tell her story.
“The Anatomy of Romance Fraud” Step 7: Then the large dollar requests begin – perhaps to travel to be together or to help in some emergency. #WEAAD Hear more from Kate:
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and AARP is proud to support the Senior Security Act of 2023, which would devote new resources to fighting the financial exploitation of older adults — which has doubled since the start of the pandemic. #WEAAD spr.ly/6019ONZ2l
Thank you @GMA @GioBenitez @PAAttorneyGen for working with Kate, a fraud survivor, to share important information on how others can spot and avoid romance scams. #FraudWatch #WEAAD2023
Nearly 70,000 Americans lost $1.3 billion to romance scams last year and @GioBenitez is in Philadelphia, as romance scams are on the rise throughout Pennsylvania.
Lifting Up My Mom’s Voice for #weaad2023. Her story of #elderabuse told by me to @AARP. Best part of this story, my sibling admitted to reporter his crimes. He left her destitute at 93. Drained her Trust for his personal gain & profit. #weaad bit.ly/2KGylRg
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is the time to join partners to help stop fraud & abuse. Thanks @LGSusanB for bringing us together in #Windham today to do just that! @2_paint @ADS__CT @CTBanking @coalition_ct @MaeFlexer #WEAAD2023
Hundreds of Louisvillians turn out for fraud prevention forum at The Jeffersonian. Today’s Summer Scam Jam speakers are sharing insider knowledge on most common #scams and the resources to fight back against fraud. #FraudWatch
As we honor the LGBTQ+ community this #PrideMonth 🏳️🌈, let's continue to advocate for inclusivity, acceptance and equality. Everyone deserves to live authentically and openly.
Elderly abuse is a serious issue that affects many elderly people in Pennsylvania. This World Elder Abuse Awareness day, June 15, do your part by reading this article for tips and resources to stop elderly abuse. spr.ly/6017O2FBf
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Elder abuse is a community problem with a community solution. @MEStatePolice @mainesheriffs #Elderabuse #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay #Maine #AARP #AARPME #activist #fraud #ScamAlert #neighbors #community
Thank you to our advisory board: Austin Cusak, Anastacia Webster, Stacey Wise, Kathy Stokes, and @marianmerritt. Thank you to all the volunteers @aarpfraudwatch who engaged with the students! #NSFfunded #NSFstories
A Proclamation on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, 2023 #WEAAD whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/…
Today is #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay. In 2022, victims aged 60 & older reported almost $3.1 BILLION in losses, according to FBI statistics. Help us reduce these losses and protect older Americans by raising awareness of these ongoing scams. #USPIS #WEAAD uspis.gov/weaad2023
@bangordailynews You can meet the winning essayist, Logan Blanchette, and members of the Maine Council for Elder Abuse Prevention here: youtu.be/2Al_ejMWTg0 @aarpfraudwatch #WEAAD2023 #AARP #AARPME #Maine
Did you know experts estimate that more than 369,000 incidents of financial abuse targeting older adults are reported to authorities in the U.S. each year, causing an estimated 4.8 billion dollars in losses? @aarpfraudwatch
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