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Technology changes every day, and unfortunately, so do the scams. While your senior family members may be more than familiar with the types of fraud and theft that were more common twenty or thirty years ago, the elderly are especially prone to being victims of internet fraud. Here are three ways you can help to protect your senior loved ones from cyber scams while they are in elderly care

How to Guard Against Cyber Scams

1. Talk About Common Cyber Scams

When you visit your loved one in elderly care, take the time to talk with them about the latest internet scams. Explain how different ones work and what common catchphrases, like “phishing,” mean. If possible, show examples from the news about situations where other seniors have been scammed, so your loved ones understand the severity of the problem. 

2. Sign Up for the National Do Not Call Registry

Sometimes, cyber scams start out with a legitimate phone call from a live person. Encourage your loved one to sign up for the National Do Not Call Registry, which protects their private contact information from businesses who may use it to commit fraud. Talk with elderly care professionals about where your loved one can turn if they have questions about a phone call or email. 

3. Teach Your Loved Ones About SPAM 

elderly careConsider going through your loved one’s email inbox with them to help them to identify SPAM. Explain that issues like spelling problems, improper grammar, and the presence of internet links could be a sign of SPAM emails. Additionally, show your loved one how to verify senders to make sure information is coming from legitimate companies. 

 

Although protecting your loved ones can seem difficult, the elderly care professionals at Deer Valley Home Health Services can make a big difference. From providing convenient in-home health care in Berkeley, St. Charles, and St. Louis, MO, to working with seniors to figure out their veteran’s benefits, your loved one can improve their quality of life without leaving home. Explore their services by visiting their website, or give their office a call at (314) 355-3679.

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