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SUMMARY:Money Smart for Older Adults Fraud Prevention
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a national webinar on the FDIC financial education curriculum\, Money Smart for Older Adults (MSOA). The MSOA program raises awareness among older adults and their caregivers on how to prevent fraud\, scams\, and elder financial exploitation. Webinar participants will also hear from the SEC about approaches to prevent investment scams.  \n\n\n\nAgency: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and Securities and Exchange Commission \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nHansen Lasconia\, FDIC\, Depositor & Consumer Protection\n\n\n\nThomas Wang\, FDIC\, Cyberfraud & Financial Crimes\n\n\n\nErin Scheithe\, SEC\, Office of Investor Education & Assistance\n\n\n\n\nLink to Join Will Be Coming Soon \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/fcc-consumer-protections-scams-and-frauds-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Civil Legal Interventions in Elder Abuse
DESCRIPTION:This session will highlight national data from LSC-funded programs to illustrate the scope and impact of civil legal aid in preventing and addressing elder abuse. The presentation will be followed by a panel discussion featuring LSC grantees who will share diverse approaches and strategies for addressing elder abuse\, including unique challenges faced in their respective service areas. \n\n\n\nAgency: Legal Services Corporation (LSC) \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nFrancis Nugent\, Program Counsel\, LSC\n\n\n\nNicole Maesse\, Deputy Director of Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid\n\n\n\nSarah E. Barker\, Director\, Senior Citizen Law Project\n\n\n\nJeffrey Hittleman\, Supervising Attorney\, Senior Citizen Law Project\, Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida\n\n\n\nJen Berger\, Office of Program Performance Program Counsel\, LSC\n\n\n\n\nLink to Join Will Be Coming Soon \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/fcc-consumer-protections-scams-and-frauds-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T140000
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SUMMARY:Interdisciplinary Approaches to Prevent Elder Mistreatment 
DESCRIPTION:This webinar highlights interdisciplinary approaches to preventing elder mistreatment through education\, training\, and legal collaboration. Dr. Valerie Bearden (University of Arkansas GWEP) will present a comprehensive training model that equips frontline professionals\, caregivers\, and community partners to identify and respond to elder abuse. Dr. Aida Wen (University of Hawaii GWEP) will share an innovative partnership integrating geriatrics and legal education to promote dementia capability among legal and business professionals. Together\, these efforts demonstrate how cross-sector collaboration can strengthen prevention and better protect older adults. \n\n\n\nAgency: Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nDr. Valerie Bearden\, DNP\, RN\, CNE; Executive Director of the Oaklawn Center on Aging\n\n\n\nDr. Joan Weiss\, Acting Director\, Division of Medicine and Dentistry\, BHW/HRSA\n\n\n\nJennifer Tripken\, GWEP Project Officer\n\n\n\n\nLink to Join \n\n\n\nMeeting ID: 249 163 381 439 489  \n\n\n\nPasscode: NY6SR9BP  \n\n\n\nDial in by phone1 206-420-5032\,\,838619875# United States\, Seattle  \n\n\n\nPhone conference ID: 838 619 875#  \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/fcc-consumer-protections-scams-and-frauds-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Turning Awareness into Action Against Abuse & Neglect in Long-Term Care
DESCRIPTION:This webinar provides an overview of key programs administered by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) that support the rights\, health\, and financial security of older adults and people with disabilities. It is designed for both the general public and federal stakeholders\, with a focus on how federal policy translates into community-based services. \n\n\n\nAgency: Administration for Community Living (ACL) \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nKari Benson\, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging\n\n\n\nRebecca Kinney\, OHIC Director and SMP Program Manager\n\n\n\nMelissa Simpson\, SHIP Program Manager\n\n\n\nMelanie Kempf\, Iowa Deputy State LTC\n\n\n\nAmity Overall\, National Ombudsman Resource Center\n\n\n\nSonya Begay\, Program Analyst\n\n\n\n\nLink to Join \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/fcc-consumer-protections-scams-and-frauds-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Elder Fraud & Scams: Communication Strategies to Promote Recovery
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nCo-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. \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nAmy Nofziger (anofziger@aarp.org)\, Director of Fraud Victim Support AARP Fraud Watch Network\n\n\n\nPete Staffell (pete@rollandflow.co)\, Principal Roll and Flow (Break the Spell Program)\n\n\n\nJennifer Lawrence\, DSW\, LICSW (jen@cybercrimesupport.org)\, Director of Clinical Programs and Trauma Recovery FightCyberCrime.org\n\n\n\nMiles McNeely\, LCSW (mmcneeley@wiseandhealthyaging.org)\, Vice President\, Elder Abuse Prevention WISE & Healthy Aging\n\n\n\n\nRegister \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/fcc-consumer-protections-scams-and-frauds-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T140000
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SUMMARY:Shielding Seniors from Scams: Awareness\, Prevention\, and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Join our engaging webinar to hear an overview of common scams targeting older adults and practical tips for seniors\, caregivers\, and community members to recognize\, prevent\, and report fraud. Participants will learn key warning signs\, simple protection strategies\, and trusted resources to help keep seniors informed and safe. Following this high level discussion\, we will zoom in on best practices for protecting your personal data while using Social Security’s digital resources.  We will also share expert tips for how to safely and efficiently manage your information by creating your own my Social Security account. Empower yourself to take charge of your online security and make informed decisions with confidence. \n\n\n\nAgency: Social Security Administration (SSA) and HHS Office of the Inspector General (OIG) \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nTrisha Mentzer\, Social Insurance Specialist in Communications\, Social Security Administration\n\n\n\nAmber Mahmood\, Investigator\, HHS Office of the Inspector General\n\n\n\nJonelle Soeffing\, Operations Officer\, HHS Office of the Inspector General\n\n\n\n\nLink to JoinMeeting ID: 289 075 522 421 566  \n\n\n\nPasscode: Uf9QQ92c \n\n\n\nDial in by phone1 206-420-5032\,\,280980368# United States\, Seattle  \n\n\n\nPhone conference ID: 280 980 368#  \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/protect-your-money-from-investment-scams/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:FCC Consumer Protections: Scams and Frauds
DESCRIPTION:Description: During this webinar\, representatives from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will provide information that will help consumers: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize a potential scam.\n\n\n\nProtect themselves from being scammed.\n\n\n\nLocate the agency’s consumer-facing resources.\n\n\n\nFile an informal complaint using the Consumer Inquiries and Complaints Center.\n\n\n\n\nAgency: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nKeyla Hernandez-Ulloa\, Acting Chief\, Consumer Affairs and Outreach Division\, Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau\, Federal Communications Commission\n\n\n\n\nLink to Join \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/fcc-consumer-protections-scams-and-frauds-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T150000
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SUMMARY:Protect Your Money from Investment Scams
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to protect your investments and identify the red flags of fraud investment scams.  You’ll learn some of the common tactics scammers use\, as well as how to better protect yourself and your loved ones. \n\n\n\nAgency: Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) \n\n\n\nPresenters:  \n\n\n\n\nErin Scheithe\, Office of Investor Education and Assistance\, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission\n\n\n\n\nLink to Join \n\n\n\nElder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series \n\n\n\nIn 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://wellbeings.org/event/fcc-consumer-protections-scams-and-frauds/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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