In this episode, we provide information on the problems and warning signs of senior scams.

What are the warning signs of senior scams? How and why do they happen?

More importantly, we cover the implications of financial stability, and mental well-being of seniors. As well as, the implication of family members as protectors for seniors or actual scammers.

We welcome Danielle Murphy, a Consumer Educator for the Consumer Protection Section of the Education Unit of the Office of the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.

We’ve have all heard the story.

A senior or older adult being scammed in our community. Ultimately, this issue is not just for older adults, but actually anyone. Especially those who care for seniors. They need to understand the potential danger.

Danielle talks about the role of the Ohio Attorney General’s office and her role to provide information on this difficult issue.

There are many types of scams. We first focus on financial situations. What are the most common types of financial scams that are occurring now in Ohio, targeting our older citizens?

What are the key tips that you give seniors to avoid potential financial fraud?

Keep in mind, one of the most horrific situations is when a family member exploits a senior member of their own. What should a senior (or other family member) do if they suspect exploitation of a loved one?

It is not always easy to detect when someone is being scammed.

Danielle provides us with warning signs of financial fraud or exploitation.

We are always complaining about spam phone calls, which could be some type of scam scenario. Do these common scams usually start with phone calls or other methods? What can all of us, particularly seniors, do about spam calls?

A related issue for our seniors and many of us is cybercrime. Does the Ohio Attorney General’s office have tips on how to be safe on the internet?

Many seniors are online, doing zoom, email, and internet searches. We discuss tips and advice on how to deal with spam email or pop-ups on your computer.

What are the dangers of social media for seniors? They want to see what their grandchildren are doing on Facebook or other platforms, but instead someone hacks into their computer.

Here is a link to the resources page we mention in the podcast.

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Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle270Media Podcast Consultants.