Elder Fraud & Scams: Communication Strategies to Promote Recovery
June 11 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Scams and fraud can have serious and lasting effects on older adults, affecting their finances, emotional well-being, and sense of security. In a 2025 report to Congress, the Federal Trade Commission estimated that, after accounting for underreporting, older adults lost up to $81.5 billion to fraud in 2024. This webinar will highlight underlying factors and communication strategies that support recovery, rebuild trust, and help reduce the risk of repeat victimization. This webinar is co-hosted by the National Center on Elder Abuse, U.S. Department of Justice’s Elder Justice Initiative, National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life, and National District Attorneys Association.
Co-Hosted by: National Center on Elder Abuse, U.S. Department of Justice’s Elder Justice Initiative, National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life, and National District Attorneys Association.
Presenters:
- Amy Nofziger (anofziger@aarp.org), Director of Fraud Victim Support AARP Fraud Watch Network
- Pete Staffell (pete@rollandflow.co), Principal Roll and Flow (Break the Spell Program)
- Jennifer Lawrence, DSW, LICSW (jen@cybercrimesupport.org), Director of Clinical Programs and Trauma Recovery FightCyberCrime.org
- Miles McNeely, LCSW (mmcneeley@wiseandhealthyaging.org), Vice President, Elder Abuse Prevention WISE & Healthy Aging
Elder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series
In recognition of Elder Justice Awareness Month, the Elder Justice Coordinating Council (EJCC) is hosting a national webinar series to raise awareness, strengthen prevention efforts, and advance coordinated responses to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The series will explore the evolving landscape of fraud and scams, provide guidance on recognizing warning signs and protecting oneself, and highlight community- and facility-based resources available to support individuals who have experienced maltreatment.
The series underscores the importance of cross-sector collaboration in protecting older adults. Sessions will feature subject matter experts, older adults, and advocates discussing topics such as identifying signs of abuse, supporting victims and caregivers, and utilizing federal and state resources. This initiative reflects the EJCC’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that all older adults can live with dignity, independence, and security in their communities.
