Free fraud prevention training for seniors.
A friendly, plain-English seminar that teaches seniors how to spot today's most common scams — and exactly what to do if one reaches them. Presented on-site by a local technology professional who works with seniors every day.
OLDER ADULTS ARE THE NUMBER-ONE TARGET FOR ONLINE FRAUD.
Scammers reach residents by phone, text, email and fake computer pop-ups every day. One successful scam can wipe out savings, shake a resident's confidence, and leave families worried. Education is the most effective defense.
$7.7B
201,266
201,266
lost to fraud by Americans age 60 and older in 2025 — up nearly 60% in a single year
201,266
201,266
201,266
fraud complaints filed by people 60+ — and many victims never report at all
14,410
201,266
14,410
complaints from Texans 60+, third-highest of any state
what seniors will learn
How big the problem is
How big the problem is
How big the problem is
Why seniors are targeted, and why it's never the victim's fault.
most common scams
How big the problem is
How big the problem is
Tech support, imposter, romance, and more — with real examples.
Red flags
How big the problem is
Simple ways to stay safe
Urgency, secrecy, gift cards, remote access — the warning signs every scam shares.
Simple ways to stay safe
Simple ways to stay safe
Simple ways to stay safe
Easy habits for phones, email and computers that anyone can use.
What to do if it happens
Simple ways to stay safe
What to do if it happens
Clear first steps to limit the damage — calmly and quickly.
Where to report it
Simple ways to stay safe
What to do if it happens
The right agencies and phone numbers, printed on a handout.