Senior Frauds & Scams
Expert advice, warnings and caregivers tips regarding wrongful or criminal actions aimed at elderly people.
Browse AgingCare's resources for recognizing the financial scams often targeted at seniors and get advice from other caregivers who are dealing with an elderly loved one who has been the victim of fraud.
Browse AgingCare's resources for recognizing the financial scams often targeted at seniors and get advice from other caregivers who are dealing with an elderly loved one who has been the victim of fraud.
Frauds & Scams Articles
5 Steps to Take After Clicking on a Phishing Link
It can be difficult to know what to do if you click on a phishing link. Follow these steps to protect your identity and finances if you believe you have fallen victim to a phishing email or text message.
6 CommentsElder Abuse: For Many Aging Americans, Home is Where the Fraud Is
A nationwide elder abuse analysis has led to a surprising conclusion that could cause older Americans to think twice about trusting their money to those nearest and dearest to them.
1 CommentFake Medicare Calls and Other Scams Seniors Should Be Aware Of
Protect yourself and your loved ones by learning about the most common Medicare phone scams and how to determine whether communication from “Medicare” is legitimate.
3 CommentsHow to Prevent Elders from Being Scammed
Elderly scams are the most common form of fraud. Here are some tips for caregivers to help their elderly parents avoid becoming victims of scams.
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Frauds & Scams Questions
My wife’s 3 brothers have stolen about 1 million from her parents. Started in 2019 after they both started declining mentally.
4 AnswersMG8522 Replied 7 hours agoMom is texting a fraudulent "Russel Crowe." What should I do?
39 AnswersGrandma1954 Answered 9 hours agoHow do I report financial and emotional neglect and verbal threats?
5 AnswersAMZebbC Replied 9 hours agoI tried to stop gogograndparents, what a mess.
5 AnswersJustAnon Replied 12 hours ago
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Frauds & Scams Discussions
My mom has $1700 in her account. I explained to them I’m sending her $50 minimum on her snacks each month. They said forward the receipt.
5 CommentsCaringWifeAZ Commented Apr 3, 2026Idaho Duals insurance scam
2 Commentsigloo572 Commented Mar 23, 2026Being falsely accused of stealing by elderly mother.
6 CommentsJustAnon Commented Aug 24, 2025Talk to your elders about scam advertising.
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