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Jan 29, 2025 13 min

Dementia and Technology Safety: Scammers

from Dementia & Families: A Balancing Act

Every day, we hear reports about seniors being scammed out of billions of dollars through their phones and computers. With the rapid pace of technological change, it's challenging for anyone to keep up, especially for a loved one experiencing dementia. In this episode, we discuss strategies to manage technology in a way that keeps your loved one connected while safeguarding them from potential scammers. References: https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2022/10/10/parent-senior-phone/ https://alzfdn.org/identity-theft-alzheimers-steps-caregivers-take-protect-loved-ones/ https://ovc.ojp.gov/program/elder-fraud-abuse/national-elder-fraud-hotline#:~:text=If%20you%20or%20someone%20you,%2C%20Spanish%2C%20and%20other%20languages. https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/elder-fraud

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