SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – It’s a way to help make sure your loved ones do not fall for a scam.
This is with the Greater Missouri Alzheimer’s Association and the Secretary of State’s office. They’re hosting a free virtual class on Thursday morning at 10 a.m. about scams.
It’s called ‘The 10 Signs of Dementia and Protecting Your Loved Ones from Scams’.
Seniors lost nearly one billion dollars last year in scams. That’s according to FBI stats. The top schemes are bogus phone calls from the IRS, tech support, and sweepstakes scams. Criminals gain trust then use intimidation tactics. This class will provide the warning signs so you’ll know what to look for.
“If they’re getting a whole bunch of phone calls all of a sudden from new places that might be asking for charitable contributions or financial information,” said Sarah Lovegreen with the Alzheimer’s Association. “Or if they’re seeing more junk mail come in the house. If they’re trying to have that conversation with a family member about their finances and that person has been typically open and they’re getting more secretive those could be red flags,” she said.
The free virtual class is Thursday, March 10, from 10 a.m. to noon. Register by clicking here.
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