<p>In 2025 alone, global losses from fraud have been estimated at between 442 and 534 billion US dollars. Many schemes specifically target older people, who are often more trusting, while at the same time less technologically adept. To protect yourself - and seniors for whom you have any responsibility - listen to this episode's conversation between Lori and Joan Campbell, a retired Police Officer and Maricopa County Community Affairs Coordinator in the US, who shares her top prevention tips…and a few cautionary tales.</p><br><p>For links to the resources named in this and past episodes, head over to our podcast page at ⁠<a href="https://thirdage.design/podcasts/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">ThirdAge.Design⁠</a>.</p><br><p>While you're there, be sure to hit the <strong>Join Us!</strong> button to become part of our community and benefit from sharing essential information on senior environments...along with exclusive content!</p>

Third Age Design

Lori Pinkerton Rolet

From Sweepstakes to Tech Support: How Scammers Target Seniors

FEB 4, 202635 MIN
Third Age Design

From Sweepstakes to Tech Support: How Scammers Target Seniors

FEB 4, 202635 MIN

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<p>In 2025 alone, global losses from fraud have been estimated at between 442 and 534 billion US dollars. Many schemes specifically target older people, who are often more trusting, while at the same time less technologically adept. To protect yourself - and seniors for whom you have any responsibility - listen to this episode's conversation between Lori and Joan Campbell, a retired Police Officer and Maricopa County Community Affairs Coordinator in the US, who shares her top prevention tips…and a few cautionary tales.</p><br><p>For links to the resources named in this and past episodes, head over to our podcast page at ⁠<a href="https://thirdage.design/podcasts/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">ThirdAge.Design⁠</a>.</p><br><p>While you're there, be sure to hit the <strong>Join Us!</strong> button to become part of our community and benefit from sharing essential information on senior environments...along with exclusive content!</p>