AARP is launching a nationwide movement, I Am A Caregiver. To many lawmakers, America’s millions of caregivers are invisible. Yet, these family caregivers hold up a broken long-term care system, which is why AARP is looking for your help.
A 2023 AARP Fraud Watch NetworkTM report is highlighting the ways criminals target consumers during holiday season. A majority (80%) of U.S. consumers say they have experienced some type of fraud this year – many of which ramp up over the holiday shopping season. These holiday shopping scams have increased from last year’s report, from receiving fake notifications about shipments, to online ad scams, and more.
Join Shawn Perry, host of The Senior Zone on WYCB 1340AM, www.MySpiritDC.com, for a series of interviews with experts on how to protect yourself and your loved ones from elder financial abuse. They will discuss current trends to watch out for and offer advice on what to do if you or your loved ones are targeted by fraudsters.
The May 22 call will be with online romance scam survivor, Kate Kleinert, who will tell her story about getting victimized by an online scammer. You’ll have a chance to ask questions and share your stories.
On Saturday, May 6, AARP sponsored tours of the Allen County Courthouse, putting a local gem on display. How’d we make it happen, and why is it important to celebrate local history?