Scams & Fraud

Become a fraud fighter volunteer and protect people 50-plus by helping them identify and avoid scams that could harm them financially.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, please first contact your local law enforcement agency. For a complete listing of all municipal and county law enforcement agencies in Florida, as well as contact information, please click here.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, please first contact your local law enforcement agency. For a complete listing of all municipal and county law enforcement agencies in Florida, as well as contact information, please click here.

Get regular updates on the latest scams by signing up for biweekly Watchdog Alerts or text FWN to 50757 to receive text alerts.

The AARP Fraud Helpline, 877-908-3360, is free and available to anyone. We also offer online support sessions for further emotional support.

Watch out for these three scams. Natural disasters often bring an influx of con artists ready to take advantage of suffering and confusion.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, observed annually on June 15th, aims to raise awareness about the abuse and neglect that older adults face. This day serves as a global call to action to address the challenges and injustices that elderly individuals endure, ranging from physical harm to emotional and financial exploitation.

Ready to move to Florida? We can’t blame you. With beautiful, sunny skies, no snow, and plenty of things to do, our state is truly the best place to live and retire. But beware! Whether you’re moving down the street or from a new state entirely, if you’re hiring a mover, you’re at risk of fraud. Moving homes is already a stressful experience and scammers exploit this anxiety by pressuring consumers to make quick decisions without reading the fine print of their moving estimate or contract.

AARP FL is sponsoring free shred events at select locations around the state to help people fight back against fraud and protect them from identity theft.

Picture this: You’re going about your normal day, when you receive a call from Amazon’s Fraud Department about some strange transactions on your account – but they need you to provide some account information... Sounds fishy, right? So, you make the smart decision to hang up and contact Amazon directly.