Learn about scams that target older adults and what steps to take to protect yourself or a loved one.

Each year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to some type of financial fraud or confidence scheme, including romance, lottery, and sweepstakes scams—just to name a few.

Aug 7, 2025 · Reports to the FTC show a growing wave of scams aimed squarely at retirees’ life savings. These scammers pretend to be from known and trusted government agencies and …

Nov 11, 2025 · In this guide, we'll walk you through the most common scams that target older adults, so you know exactly what to look out for. This guide covers the various fraud tactics …

6 days ago · Common Schemes and Scams Targeting Seniors Perpetrators frequently use high-pressure tactics and emotional manipulation to execute scams against older adults. The …

Dec 11, 2025 · Protect seniors from fraud with this guide to 10 common scams. Learn warning signs and steps families can take to keep older loved ones safe.

Nov 14, 2025 · Statistics show that seniors are more vulnerable to scams than young adults. Scammers often exploit their trust and social isolation to drain out millions of dollars each year. …

Apr 8, 2025 · Expert advice from AARP Fraud Watch Network for spotting and protecting against scammers, especially scams that target older adults.

Sep 16, 2025 · Scammers exploit trust, limited awareness, and financial stability, putting seniors at risk for major losses. While they represented 24% of scam victims, people over 60 bore …

Dec 10, 2025 · Seniors are frequent targets for fraud due to savings and tech gaps. Learn the most common scams and how older adults can stay protected.