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Became a Voice For Change

Every week we are posting about the latest scams to look out for, make sure to come back regularly to stay up to date. We know if you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam!

1,839 New York State households were terminated from service each day in August

An estimated 41% of American adults have lost money due to fraud or have had sensitive information obtained and used fraudulently. Scammers steal billions from consumers annually and fraud is a serious issue. AARP Iowa is committed to helping Iowans stay informed about how to avoid scams and where to find support and resources in the fight against fraud.

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What makes a community truly livable? It’s more than just housing and infrastructure—it’s about creating places where people of all ages can thrive. A livable community is one where residents can afford to live, move around safely, access essential services, work and volunteer, and feel included in civic and social life. As Minnesota’s population grows older and preferences evolve, communities across the state are stepping up to meet the moment.

“I’m not going to let them win,” Joyce, from Utah, said through tears as she shared what happened to her last year. She never imagined she would fall victim to a scam, but in just a few months, she lost her entire savings of over $1 million to criminals who knew exactly how to exploit her trust and vulnerability.

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