Episode 317- Stopping Elder Scams Before They Start

About this episode

This episode discusses the rise of elder scams and provides families with essential information on how to protect their loved ones.

Aging Starts Now – Elder Scams: What Families Need to Know Elder scams are on the rise—and they’re becoming more sophisticated every day. In this episode of Aging Starts Now, Outreach Coordinator Dana Hentschel sits down with elder care coordinator Erin Keogh-Rankin to break down one of the most urgent issues facing older adults and their families today. From “grandparent scams” and fake IRS calls to romance schemes and tech support fraud, scammers are finding new ways to exploit trust, fear, and urgency—often resulting in devastating financial losses. The good news? Awareness is one of the most powerful tools we have. In this episode, we cover: Why seniors are frequently targeted The most common scams happening right now Key warning signs to watch for Practical steps families can take to stay protected What to do immediately if a scam occurs Where to report fraud and get help Elder scams can happen to anyone—but knowledge and communication can make all the difference. If you or a loved one has questions about protecting assets, planning ahead, or responding to financial exploitation, the team at Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning is here to help. 🎙️ Share this…

People in this episode

Guests: Dana Hentschel, Erin Keogh-Rankin

Topics covered

• elder scams
• financial exploitation
• awareness
• protection strategies
• common scams

Keywords

• elder scams
• financial loss
• grandparent scams
• IRS scams
• romance schemes
• tech support fraud
• warning signs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Johnson McGinnis Elder Care Law & Estate Planning

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