Presentation on Financial Exploitation: Frauds and Scams Targeting Seniors
Date and Time
Jun 15, 2023 5:00 pm
Location
Columbia
6251 Mango Tree Rd, Columbia, Maryland, 21044
Jun 15, 2023 5:00 pm
Columbia
Financial Exploitation: Frauds and Scams Targeting Older Adults
June 15th is recognized annually as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Please join the Center for Elder Justice and Education (CFEJAE) to show your support for victims and survivors. Today's presentation will focus on Financial Exploitation of Older Adults. It is estimated that older adults are scammed out of 36 billion dollars per year in financial exploitation.
The speaker for the event is Andre Lingham. Andre is the founder and president of the Center for Elder Justice and Education, Inc. Prior to becoming president of CFEJAE, Andre served as the Senior Citizen Liaison for the Howard County Police Department.
The presentation will cover:
• Common scam calls such as the foreign lottery scam, online romance scam, grandparent/family emergency scam ect.
• Power of Attorney Exploitation
• Family member exploitation
• Basic prevention and security measures
• Q&A session
This free event is open to everyone. Registration is required. Free raffle prizes - tickets will be distributed at check-in.
