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Cybersecurity & Scam Prevention

Is That Online Pharmacy Too Good to Be True? How to Spot the Real Deals from the Dangerous Ones

Learn how to safely purchase medications online and avoid dangerous counterfeit pharmacies that could put your health at risk. This guide provides simple, practical tips to identify legitimate online pharmacies, verify their credentials, and protect yourself from scams while still enjoying the convenience and potential savings of ordering medications online.

Bouncing Back: What to Do Right After You've Been Scammed Online

5 minute read

Discover the essential steps to take immediately after falling victim to an online shopping scam, presented in a clear, actionable timeline that maximizes your chances of recovery. This comprehensive guide helps you protect your accounts, document the fraud properly, and connect with the right resources to reclaim both your money and your peace of mind.

Protect Your Medicare: Spotting and Avoiding Enrollment Period Scams

6 minute read

Discover how to protect yourself from scammers who pose as Medicare representatives during enrollment periods to steal your personal information or money. This practical guide provides easy-to-follow steps to identify legitimate Medicare communications, recognize common scam tactics, and keep your Medicare information secure year-round.

Finding Love or Being Fooled? How to Spot Romance Scams Before They Break Your Heart (and Bank Account)

6 minure read

Discover how to identify and protect yourself from romance scammers who create fake online personas to target seniors seeking companionship. Learn the warning signs of these deceptive relationships and practical steps to safeguard both your heart and finances while still enjoying genuine connections in the digital world.

Don't Be Fooled: How to Spot and Stop Tech Support Scammers in Their Tracks

5 minute read

Learn how to protect yourself from crafty tech support scammers who claim your computer has viruses and demand payment to 'fix' non-existent problems. This easy-to-follow guide helps you identify warning signs of both phone and pop-up scams, take the right actions when confronted with these tricks, and know exactly what to do if you think you've already been targeted.

When That Urgent Call Comes: Protecting Yourself from "Grandchild in Trouble" Scams

5 minute read

Learn how to identify and respond when scammers pretend to be your grandchild in desperate situations asking for money. This guide provides real-world examples of grandparent scams, simple verification strategies, and a step-by-step protection plan to keep you and your finances safe from these emotional manipulation tactics.

Protect Your Good Name: Understanding Identity Theft Before It Happens

5 minute read

Identity theft disproportionately targets seniors, with adults over 60 now more likely to fall victim than younger adults according to FTC data. "Protect Your Good Name" provides clear, non-technical steps to recognize the warning signs of identity theft and safeguard your personal information through simple daily habits anyone can implement.

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