We introduce the Money Smart for Older Adults financial education that focuses on frauds and scams that target seniors. We review how to recognize frauds and scams, why older adults are at higher risk to being victims and we discuss the most common frauds and scams in today’s society, including COVID-19 related scams. Finally, we tell you how to protect yourself and your love ones against identity theft, the most common form of financial fraud.
RESOURCE LINKS
- Attorney General of Texas
- Dallas County District Attorney’s Office
- Dallas County Probate Courts
- Better Business Bureau
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- Financial Exploitation Prevention Center of Tarrant County
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Julie Krawczyk, Elder Financial Safety Center Director at 214-525-6157.
EmailRESOURCE LINKS
- American Association of Long-Term Care Insurance
- Annual Credit Report
- Long-Term Care – U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
- Medicare Website
- Prosperity Now
- Texas Department of Insurance
- Texas Prepaid Funeral Contracts
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Julie Krawczyk, Elder Financial Safety Center Director at 214-525-6157.
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