Tag: elder abuse
Investment Scams Targeting Older Adults on the Rise
from Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
The Better Business Bureau issued a warning notifying citizens that investment scams targeting older adults are increasing. Of...
DNA Scam Targeting Older Adults
from Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) issued a statement warning older adults that scammers may be using...
13 Tips to Avoid Scams While Vacationing
from Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
At one time, going on vacation meant we could let our guard down and be carefree. Unfortunately, in this...
Beware of “One Ring” Phone Scam
from Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
Last month, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) issued a warning about the “one-ring” phone scam. This scam works...
TDCI Warns Consumers About Genetic Testing Scams Aimed at Seniors
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) is joining other state and national regulators to warn consumers about reports of people claiming to...
SSA Imposter Calls Take Over
from Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
Last month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) issued a warning that scammers were spoofing calls from the SSA’s...
How to Tell if a Contractor is a Scammer
from Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
As many of us live longer, it can become more difficult both physically and financially to maintain a...
Scam Alert: “Spoofed” Phone Calls
from Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a warning that scammers are “spoofing” DHS phone numbers. This...
How to Avoid Getting Scammed During Tax Season
from Council on Aging
As a new tax season begins, keep in mind scammers will be revving up their efforts to steal YOUR money. The...
Local Organizations Offer Resources & Support for Elder Abuse Victims
According to the National Council on Aging, up to five million older Americans are abused every year, and the annual loss by victims of...
