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Safety & Security Multimedia & Tools
Find here curated lists of media and tools that provide advice about safety and security issues as we grow older and how to prevent becoming a victim to the problems they cause. This may help older adults maintain as much independence as possible, for as long as possible, as they prepare to transition to next steps in life.
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Scams, Fraud, and Prevention
Hitting the Unsubscribe Button Can Put You At Bigger Risk From MoneywiseHitting “unsubscribe” can create even bigger spam problems.- Scammers Want to Steal Everyone’s Savings, Especially Seniors’ Savings. Here’s How to Protect Yourself. From NY Times (author Max Eddy)As seniors, we are particularly vulnerable to losing our savings to scammers and thieves. Even for those who think they can fend them off, there are some novel ideas to prevent the loss here.
- This New Medicare Scam Has Hit Thousands – Are You Next? From Gadget Review_ (website)Fraudsters use fake caller IDs and forged documents to steal Medicare numbers and drain bank accounts nationwide. Learn to identify them and prevent getting caught.
Online Safety and Security
Driving Safety
Safety and Security AgeTech
(Using technology to improve older people’s ability to navigate their world. Learn more.)
Physical Safety Improvements
- Assess Your Risk of Falling Checklists, Worksheets, Assessments From the NCOA (National Council on Aging)You can determine your risk of taking a fall by answering 13 questions. Your answers will help develop steps you can take to avoid falls, to stay healthy and independent.
Other Safety and Security
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