Senior Security

Get Help

If something feels wrong, pause. You can take this one step at a time.

Immediate steps

Stop contact with the suspected scammer.
Call your bank, card issuer, or payment service right away.
Change passwords for email, banking, and key accounts from a trusted device.
Save evidence: screenshots, receipts, phone numbers, usernames, and messages.
Talk to someone you trust before sending any more money.

Report the scam

Federal Trade Commission (FTC):
reportfraud.ftc.gov
FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3):
ic3.gov

Support matters

You are not alone, and this is not your fault. Sharing what happened with a trusted person can help you make clear decisions and avoid additional loss.

Local support contacts

Eldercare Locator (U.S. Administration for Community Living):
1-800-677-1116
211 community support line (United Way and local partners): Call 211 or visit 211.org