AARP Launches “Operation: Stop Scams” with Events in Newark and Rehoboth

 

 

Document-Shredding Events and Information Will Help Delawareans Avoid Fraud

The AARP Fraud Watch Network brings fraud-fighting efforts to consumers nationwide in “ Operation: Stop Scams” -- a month-long series of events in communities coast-to-coast. Here in Delaware, AARP is collaborating with the YMCA of Delaware to host events in Newark and Rehoboth. The events will include free shredding services, information on fraud and scams, refreshments, prizes and fun. The events are free and open to the public.

“Many Delawareans clear out and discard their obsolete financial documents at the end of the tax-filing season in April.  Our shredding events provide a convenient and safe way for people to destroy this sensitive paperwork,” said Rashmi Rangan, AARP State President.  “April also brings the personal finance awareness activities of Money Smart Week, so we’re excited to do our part with events to teach consumers to be smart about avoiding fraud and scams.”

Rangan also noted that according to the Federal Trade Commission, Delaware ranks 8 ^th out of all 52 states for complaints of fraudulent activity.

Money Smart Week , April 22-29, is a collaborative between thousands of organizations across the United States that offer financial education programs, classes and activities. AARP’s events in Delaware will offer an opportunity for free shredding to help protect consumers and their families from many types of fraud such as identity theft, IRS scams, home improvement scams and more.

Here are the details:

 

When: Saturday, April 22, 2017                                             When: Saturday, April 29, 2017

            Free Shredding: 10 AM – 1 PM                                              Free Shredding 10 AM – 1 PM

 

Where: Sussex Family YMCA                                                 Where: Bear Glasgow Family YMCA

            20080 Church Street                                                               351 George Williams Way

            Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971                                                   Newark, DE 19702

 

The AARP Fraud Watch Network launched in 2013 as a free resource for people of all ages.  The website provides information about fraud and scams, prevention tips from experts, an interactive scam-tracking map, fun educational quizzes, and video presentations featuring Fraud Watch Network Ambassador Frank Abagnale.  Users may sign up for “Watchdog Alert” emails that deliver breaking scam information, or call a free helpline at 877-908-3360 to speak with volunteers trained in fraud counseling.

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About AARP

AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With nearly 38 million members and offices in every state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, AARP works to strengthen communities and advocate for what matters most to families with a focus on health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name.  As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the world’s largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org or follow @AARP and @AARPadvocates on social media.