Scams & Fraud

AARP Oregon is proud to announce the recognition of Ellen Klem, Director of Consumer Outreach and Education for the Office of the Oregon Attorney General, as a Community Fraud Fighter of distinction.

Summer Scam Jam June 5 and free shred event August 10

In the age of digital shopping, it can be hard to keep track of deliveries. That's one of the reasons why these scams are skyrocketing.

AARP continually stresses the need to destroy documents containing personal financial information.

CHARLOTTE — Did you know that one-out-of every ten older adults in the US experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation every year?

In this podcast episode, we peel back the layers of some of the most prevalent scams targeting older Georgians.

Spring has sprung and with warmer weather comes home repairs. Unfortunately, shady contractors are out there looking for homeowners in the market for needed repairs.

Join AARP Colorado for a Scam Jam Weekend in June! AARP Colorado and AARP ElderWatch will be in Grand Junction and Fruita, CO June 28– 29, 2024 for three fraud events. Learn how you can stamp out fraud and help protect your identity.

Shady contractors are out there looking for homeowners in the market for spring repairs. Learn how to spot and stop this scam.

Spring has sprung and with warmer weather comes home repairs. Unfortunately, shady contractors are out there looking for homeowners in the market for spring repairs. Contractor fraud and home improvement scams can cost homeowners thousands of dollars and leave them with shoddy workmanship, unfinished projects, or even damage to their homes. Scammers often target older adults, but anyone can fall victim to these scams.