AARP Fraud Watch Network

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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

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