MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — You can play a part in protecting Wisconsin’s seniors from scams.
Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15th, the Department of Ag, Trade and Consumer Protection wants families to be aware of how scammers try to take advantage of older adults. The best things you can do to keep seniors safe is to be informed, plan ahead, stop and think, talk to others about possible scams and report them.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, of those who lost money to fraud in 2024, the median amount for consumers over age 70 was more than $1,000.
Visit DATCP’s website for more information on scams and how to avoid them.