What is Elder Fraud?

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What Is Elder Fraud?

Overview
Elder fraud includes scams that specifically target older adults, often involving financial exploitation or impersonation.

Common Tactics

  • Government or bank impersonation
  • Romance scams
  • Investment or lottery scams

Additional Questions

  • For UM-related help, contact the UM IT Helpdesk and the UM Information Security Office.
  • For personal safety guidance, see consumer scam prevention resources from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

Additional Resources
FBI: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/elder-fraud

Details

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Article ID: 170095
Created
Fri 1/9/26 3:04 PM
Modified
Tue 1/13/26 11:03 AM