Scams are getting smarter

And they’re targeting the people we love most.

A new FDIC report warns of rising fraud aimed at older adults, often through urgent phone calls, fake tech support, or even impersonation of family members.

At Help4AgingInPlace, we believe protecting independence means protecting finances, too.

If you're a caregiver, talk with your loved one about:

✔ Letting unknown calls go to voicemail

✔ Double-checking any urgent request with a trusted contact

✔ Signing up for alerts from your bank or the AARP Fraud Watch Network

These conversations aren’t easy, but they are empowering and could help save your loved one from a loss.

🧠 Read the full FDIC breakdown here:👉 https://www.fdic.gov/consumer-resource-center/2025-07/scams-targeting-older-adults

Have you had to step in during a scam attempt? Share what helped, we’re listening.