Blog Archives - Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)

Coronavirus Scams on the Rise

by ADRC | Mar 19, 2020 | Blog, COVID19, Scam

Companies have made changes to their advertising in light of recent scams – but scammers do not take breaks. Learn more about the scams that the FTC is aware of. From undelivered products to fake charities, emails, texts, and phishing calls. Protect yourself, your...

Checks from the Government

by ADRC | Mar 18, 2020 | Blog, COVID19, Fraud, Scam

There have been reports that the government may send out money, via check or direct deposit, due to the toll of the Coronavirus. This is not implemented at this time, so if someone states that they can get you the money now, it is a scam. Scams are expected to...

Important Voting Information

by ADRC | Mar 17, 2020 | Blog

Important Voting Information for the Upcoming Spring Election – April 7, 2020 Voter Registration Are you a new voter? Have you recently moved and will now be voting at a new polling location? If you want to avoid in person registration, March 18th is the last...

Be Aware of Spam Phone Calls to FoodShare and Health Care Members

by ADRC | Mar 12, 2020 | Blog, Foodshare, Fraud, Scam

Please be aware that spam phone calls are being made to FoodShare and health care members. These phone calls are currently being made from a 414-937-5494 phone number and are telling members that they need to take action or their benefits will end. If members receive...

Be Aware of Fraudulent Websites When Applying for and Managing FoodShare Benefits

by ADRC | Feb 21, 2020 | Blog, Foodshare, Fraud, Scam

Be Aware of Fraudulent Websites When Applying for and Managing FoodShare Benefits The Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the Food and Nutrition Service have become aware of a fraudulent website, foodstamps.com. As a reminder, FoodShare members and applicants...