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Frauds and Scams

All too often, scam artists find a good target with older adults. One of the main reasons is simply that seniors are more likely than other people to be home during the day to accept calls or visits. According to the FBI, scam artists also target older adults because they often have savings, a good credit rating, and may be reluctant to report a crime for fear their family will consider them unfit to live independently.  The Ohio Department of Insurance reports that seniors attract 30 percent of reported fraud cases and are three times more likely to be swindled.

No one wants seniors to cut themselves off from the world out of fear. But a little skepticism can help protect you. As the slogan goes, you can be "shrewd, but not rude." Here are some tips:

  • Do not let strangers into your home even if they claim to be associated with an agency you are familiar with. Representatives of legitimate organizations -- such as Council on Aging -- will show you proper identification. You should feel free to call the organization to verify your visitor is legitimate.
  • If it's too good to be true, it probably is. Don't make a hasty decision because some is pressuring you with a "limited-time offer." Ask for written information and time to think it over. Never accept free medical equipment or services in exchange for your Medicare number.
  • Do not give personal information over the phone, internet, by mail or in person to an unfamiliar company or person, even if you are told it is "just for verification purposes."
  • Pay only for services rendered. Be wary of any requests to send money or bank account information before a service or product is delivered. Examples: paying in advance for home repairs or asking for your credit card number in order to mail you a prize or to verify your identity.
  • Retrieve your mail daily or have a trusted friend or family member get it for you.
  • Destroy unneeded documents, such as financial records, that contain information that could be used to conduct business in your name.
  • Do not allow someone to write checks for you unless you have previously and formally authorized them to do so. If you need help, contact the Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio at 513-721-1025.
  • Do not lend money or belongings to someone working for you. If someone runs an errand for you, give only the money needed for the task, get a receipt and count your change.

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Better Business Bureau (BBB)
1 E. 4th Street
Cincinnati OH 45202

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Promotes ethical relationships between businesses and the public through voluntary self-regulation, consumer and business education and service excellence. Provides the public with registered complaints from consumers against different businesses. ... read more

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Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Hotline

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You are encouraged to report matters involving Medicaid fraud, waste and abuse.  To assist you in combating fraud you are being provided with the following guidelines. Before you get in touch with your state Medicaid contact or call the Nationa... read more

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Ohio Attorney General
30 E. Broad Street
Columbus OH 43215

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By law, the Attorney General is the chief law officer for the state of Ohio. The Office protects Ohio families from predatory financial practices through enforcement authority in the areas of consumer protection, antitrust, charitable organizations, ... read more

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Ohio Department of Insurance
50 W. Town Street
Columbus OH 43215

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The mission of the Ohio Department of Insurance is to provide consumer protection through education and fair but vigilant regulation while promoting a stable and competitive environment for insurers. The department publishes several consumer... read more

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Ohio Senior Medicare Patrol Project
7162 Reading Road
Cincinnati OH 45237

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Ohio SMP Is Seeking Volunteers Did you know that one out of every seven Medicare dollars goes to fraud, waste and abuse? That Medicare fraud, waste and abuse cost you $13 billion? To help address this national problem, Pro Seniors receives fund... read more

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Social Security Administration
6401 Security Blvd
Baltimore MD 21235

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The Social Security Act was signed into law by President Roosevelt on August 14, 1935. In addition to several provisions for general welfare, the new Act created a social insurance program designed to pay retired workers age 65 or older a continuing ... read more

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Stop Medicare Fraud and Abuse
US Department of Health and Human Services

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Official Web site of US Department of Health and Human Services and the US Justice Department with information about Medicare Fraud, how to prevent it, and how to report it.  

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Take Action
50 W. Town Street
Columbus OH 43215

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The Ohio Department of Insurance, Ohio Department of Aging, Ohio Department of Commerce and Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray`s office have partnered on an initiative aimed at helping people recognize deceptive sales practices and schemes, preven... read more

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations. The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for commun... read more