AARP Eye Center
If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam.
The AARP Fraud Watch Network™ provides free information, tools and tips to help you protect your hard-earned dollars from frauds and scams. AARP Wisconsin advocates at the state, federal, and local levels to improve consumer protections and enforce laws. If you've been targeted by scams or fraud, you are not alone.
Stay Informed
Get reliable, up-to-date insights, alerts, and fraud prevention resources.
Find Support
The AARP fraud helpline, 877-908-3360, is free and available to anyone. We also offer online support sessions for further emotional support.
Have a Voice
We advocate for laws and regulations to stop scams and shut down fraud attempts. Share your concerns and help shape the public discussion on fraud.
Latest Fraud Stories
After severe summer storms, criminals go door to door with fraudulent offers
AARP Wisconsin is boosting its outreach efforts for veterans and military members in the state — and giving special attention to fraud efforts.
Have you gotten a text recently claiming that you have unpaid tolls? The FBI reports this scam started picking up steam last spring and has exploded in recent months, across Wisconsin and the rest of the nation.
Resources
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection publishes a Ready Reference Guide for consumers, which includes more than 200 pages of useful consumer contacts. Examples include local, state, and federal agencies, Wisconsin district attorneys, and Better Business Bureau offices.
Take these key steps to protect your bank accounts and personal information, and find the support you need
Advocates are working to change federal laws to separate fraud losses from taxable income
About AARP Wisconsin
Contact information and more from your state office. Learn what we are doing to champion social change and help you live your best life.