PROTECT Week Virtual Events

Join AARP Maryland volunteer hosts as fraud experts to discuss the most prominent scams and the resources available to you to prevent them at 1:00 p.m. ET June 16-20, on AARP Facebook and YouTube, which all can share.  


Thursday, June 5, 2025
"This Recipe is No Scam!" cooking demonstration with Chef Christine and Karen Morgan, AARP Maryland Executive Council member
Noon to 12:15 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Saturday, June 7, 2025
Cooking Class with Chef Christine
11:00 a.m. to noon on Zoom
Registration required: https://events.aarp.org/m8oyra

Friday, June 13, 2025
Protect Week Kickoff Tele-town Hall
10:00 a.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Monday, June 16, 2025
"Protecting Your Wallet: Smart Money Moves for Older Adults" with Sue Rogan, Director of Strategic Partnerships at the CASH Campaign of Maryland, and Karen Morgan, AARP Maryland Executive Council Member.
1:00 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Monday, June 16, 2025
“From the Courtroom to Your Living Room” with Paul Greenwood, retired San Diego Deputy District Attorney and nationally recognized elder abuse prosecutor, and Ralph Sapia, a passionate advocate for justice and community safety, joins us to discuss local efforts to prevent financial exploitation.
2:00 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Tuesday, June 17, 2025
"AARP's Fight Against Fraud: From Local to Nationwide" with Liz Buser, AARP Fraud Watch Network Senior Advisor, AARP Fraud Prevention Programs.
1:00 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Wednesday, June 18, 2025
"What One Can Do to Prevent Fraud and Scams" with Tracey Rezvani, Administrator for the Office of Consumer Protection.
1:00 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Thursday, June 19, 2025
"Scam Proof Your Life" with Kathy Stokes, Director of Fraud Prevention Programs with the AARP Fraud Watch Network.
1:00 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Friday, June 20, 2025
"Crypto Truths & Traps: Jacqueline Cooper Breaks It Down" with Jacqueline Cooper, CEO Maryland Blockchain Association.
1:00 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube

Saturday, June 21, 2025
"Judith Lost Half a Million to a Government Imposter Scam: Her Story and Warning"

Judith Boivin lost over $500,000 to scammers posing as FBI agents. In this powerful interview, she shares her harrowing experience, the financial and emotional consequences, and offers crucial advice to protect others from similar fraud. Don’t miss her story and vital tips on staying safe from scams.
1:00 p.m. on AARP Facebook and YouTube