SENIORS FIRST PLACER COUNTY RESOURCE GUIDE
Scams There are many common scams. The following is a list of tips to avoid being scammed. Scam Prevention Tips • Don’t answer the phone if you don’t recognize the number. If it’s someone who needs to talk to you for a legitimate reason, they will leave a message. • Don’t wire money to cover travel, medical emergencies, hotel bills, hospital bills, visas, losses from a temporary financial setback. In fact, it’s a good idea to never wire money period, unless you know for sure that your family or friend is abroad and needs it. • Don’t send money to tide someone over after a mugging or robbery, and don’t do anyone a favor by making an online purchase or forwarding a package to another country for them. • Don’t use public Wi-Fi to check sensitive financial information, or to make purchases using your credit card. • Social media: If you are on sites like Facebook, make sure that your privacy settings don’t allow strangers to view your information. Follow @placerprotect on Facebook to be alerted of scams and other types of fraud. • Reach out: Get involved in your community. Call a friend. Talk to your neighbors. • Ask someone: Run offers and deals by people you trust to see if they are legitimate. • Check your statements including credit cards and Medicare statements to ensure that there are no unauthorized charges or services not provided.
Questions? Call Seniors First 530-889-9500
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