Senior Frauds & Scams
Expert advice, warnings and caregivers tips regarding wrongful or criminal actions aimed at elderly people.
Browse AgingCare's resources for recognizing the financial scams often targeted at seniors and get advice from other caregivers who are dealing with an elderly loved one who has been the victim of fraud.
Browse AgingCare's resources for recognizing the financial scams often targeted at seniors and get advice from other caregivers who are dealing with an elderly loved one who has been the victim of fraud.
Frauds & Scams Articles
5 Steps to Take After Clicking on a Phishing Link
It can be difficult to know what to do if you click on a phishing link. Follow these steps to protect your identity and finances if you believe you have fallen victim to a phishing email or text message.
6 CommentsElder Abuse: For Many Aging Americans, Home is Where the Fraud Is
A nationwide elder abuse analysis has led to a surprising conclusion that could cause older Americans to think twice about trusting their money to those nearest and dearest to them.
1 CommentFake Medicare Calls and Other Scams Seniors Should Be Aware Of
Protect yourself and your loved ones by learning about the most common Medicare phone scams and how to determine whether communication from “Medicare” is legitimate.
1 CommentHow to Prevent Elders from Being Scammed
Elderly scams are the most common form of fraud. Here are some tips for caregivers to help their elderly parents avoid becoming victims of scams.
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Frauds & Scams Questions
What happens if mom runs out of funds at private AL before qualifying for Medicaid assistance? Does she get discharged to family?
21 AnswersTajann Replied Sep 22, 2023Should I switch my aunt's current health insurance to an Advantage plan?
34 Answerskimbo56kdm Answered Sep 13, 2023What can I do as her financial power of attorney?
14 AnswersMountainMoose Answered Sep 6, 2023Being falsely accused of theft by siblings (CA): How do we navigate their accusations?
11 AnswersDawn88 Answered Aug 25, 2023
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Warning that this site is unsafe, anyone but ME getting it?
10 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Sep 18, 2023Be careful who you hire for house repairs.
12 CommentsCatskie62 Commented Jul 14, 2023Romance scams to defraud your loved one of their life savings.
8 CommentsEvamar Commented Apr 7, 2023Medicare or United Heathcare?
4 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented Mar 3, 2023
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