Library: English | Just Say NO! To Senior Scams . Everyone must be on guard against scams, but seniors can sometimes be more vulnerable to fraud. This brochure outlines the many guises of fraud, with special attention to scams that target seniors. Signs of fraud and tips for avoiding scams are included. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams on Nov 02, 2005

Library: English | Elder Fraud Leader’s Guide Recognizing con games that target seniors. According to AARP, older people who fall for scams tend to believe the pitches they hear. Many believe they have a good chance of actually winning a prize or that the products they see advertised are worth the price. This manual is written in question and answer format to allow you to quickly find the answers to questions about the myriad of scams that target seniors. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams Workshops/Trainings on Nov 02, 2005

Library: English | Fraud Bingo Game . Consumer Action's Fraud Bingo is a fun activity you can use in your trainings. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams on Nov 02, 2005

Library: English | Elder Fraud : Preventing Senior Scams - Powerpoint Training Slides . The Preventing Senior Scams Powerpoint training file is available for download in the "Download File" section. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams Workshops/Trainings on Nov 02, 2005

Library: English | Elder Fraud : Preventing Senior Scams - Lesson Plan . This updated packet provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets. (Note: It is only available as a PDF file.) Filed Under: Fraud/Scams Workshops/Trainings on Nov 02, 2005

Library: English | Don’t Fall for the Wrong Call Protect yourself against telemarketing fraud. Telemarketing fraud — using the phone to swindle and cheat — robs U.S. consumers of about $40 billion a year. Don't fall for the wrong call, an 8-page, in-depth guide provides information on common tricks and charitable donation scams used by telemarketers, how to answer sales calls, warning signs of fraud, how to protect yourself from unwanted calls, your rights under the law and how you can sue telemarketers who do not honor your wishes not to be called. The guide also contains a listing of complaint handling agencies and other helpful resources. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams Telephone on Feb 14, 2003

Library: English | Protect Yourself From Identity Theft It's Your Good Name!. A factsheet explaining what identity theft is, how to prevent it, and what to do if you are a victim of identity theft. Filed Under: Privacy Rights Fraud/Scams on Dec 09, 2002

Library: English | Don’t get ripped off by a bad private vocational school . An easy-to-read brochure about private trade schools, federal school loans and what to do if your school closes. This publication includes phone numbers for all state licensing agencies for private vocational schools, as well as helpful contacts at the federal level, including the U.S. Dept. of Education. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams on Apr 01, 2002

Library: English | Keeping Your Bank & Credit Card Accounts Safe from Fraud A manual for community-based organizations. A manual designed to help staff members of community-based organizations educate their clients about avoiding fraud in banking and credit card transactions. Topics covered include banking on the Internet, avoiding financial scams, identity theft and using ATMs. Includes resources for victims of fraud. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams Credit Cards on Dec 27, 2001

Library: English | Preventing Credit Card Fraud Learn how to protect yourself . A brochure that describes how crooks steal and use credit cards and card numbers, and also describes how to protect your card and what to do if your card has been stolen. Filed Under: Fraud/Scams Credit Cards on Dec 27, 2000