by ADRC | Apr 26, 2023 | Blog, Scam
Older adults are often targeted by scammers because they are perceived as having more wealth and a trusting nature. With the proper knowledge and support, you can protect yourself from scams that threaten to take advantage of you. Here are the 7 most common scams: 1....
by smommaerts | Oct 25, 2021 | Blog, Scam
Face it: the holidays can be stressful and are quickly approaching. The invention of online shopping has gone a long way to making gift giving easier. Before your inbox fills with shipping confirmations, take a few moments to ensure you are searching and shopping...
by ADRC | Jun 30, 2021 | Blog, Scam
Many older adults in Brown County have fallen victim to door-to-door scams over the past few years. One scam scenario includes a young man posing as a Water Department employee allowed into an older woman’s home. Once in, he took an undisclosed amount of money while...
by smommaerts | May 25, 2021 | Advocacy, Blog, Caregiver Information, Scam
June is World Elder Abuse Month, and ADRC is committed to being a part of the fight against the exploitation and abuse of our senior population. During the month, many agencies promote events and educational opportunities to alert community members to the signs of...
by smommaerts | Nov 30, 2020 | Blog, Scam
Question: I hear a lot about different scams happening and how older people are targeted. Where can I find out about how to protect myself from scams? Answer: Thank you for your question! A good place to start is with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and...
by smommaerts | 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...
