LIVING WELL

Protecting Older Adults from Scams

AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services | July 2025

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Intro:
Scammers are targeting older adults in Michigan every day—but with the right tools, you can protect yourself. Alex Harrison from AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services shares simple ways to stay safe and informed. 

Feature:
Nearly 70% of older Michiganders report experiencing an attempted scam. Remember: Don’t answer unknown calls. Don’t share personal information unless you initiated the contact. And take your time—never rush into urgent requests. 

Think you’ve been scammed? Call AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services at (800) 852-7795. That’s (800) 852-7795.