Statistics
Better-organized scam numbers
$33,000
Average elder-fraud victim loss cited in the presentation
101,000
Complaints from adults 60+ cited in the presentation
$3.4B
Losses for adults 60+ cited in the presentation
$1.35B
Texas internet-related losses cited in the presentation
What the presentation covers
Main topics
- Why mature adults are targeted
- What people really need to know about scams
- Who the usual suspects are
- Which scams are most common
- How to protect yourself and loved ones
- How to report scams and use reliable resources
Prevention theme
Verify first
The presentation emphasizes three core prevention ideas: do not act out of fear or pressure, do not pay by gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfer, and always verify before responding or sending money.