mwilkinsonshipJul 1, 20212 minDon't Be Afraid to Block Calls Part 2In our last article on spam calls, we highlighted the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) blog on How to Stop Unwanted Calls,...
Nancy MooreMay 25, 20212 minDon't Be Afraid to Block CallsWhy do I keep getting robocalls? I’m receiving even MORE spam calls during the pandemic! I’m on the Do Not Call List (state and federal)...
Kelly GrieseJan 4, 20212 minStimulus Payments for People, not Nursing HomesStimulus payments are for people, not nursing homes. This second round of checks is meant for the PERSON, not the place they might live.
Kelly GrieseDec 10, 20202 minBeware of COVID-19 Vaccine ScamsCOVID-19 vaccines will soon be available, and con artists are ready to pounce. Learn how to protect yourself from scammers.
Kelly GrieseAug 14, 20201 minIndiana 211 Now Integrated with FSSAWhen you call 211, you will be connected to a team of community navigators who are skilled at identifying needs and providing referrals.
Kelly GrieseJun 18, 20201 minStay Home, Stay StrongTo help you stay strong while staying home, we created an exercise routine for seniors that can be done without fitness equipment.
Kelly GrieseJun 17, 20201 minOrdering Groceries OnlineIn this IN-CASE video, we'll ease your fears about using apps and websites to arrange for groceries to be delivered or picked up curbside.
Kelly GrieseJun 10, 20203 minCooking for OneFill your belly and say goodbye to scammers. These "Cooking for One" recipes include tips for preventing fraud and exploitation.
Kelly GrieseMay 12, 20202 minCombating Social IsolationSocial distancing is necessary right now, but social isolation can take a toll on our mental and physical health.
Kelly GrieseApr 29, 20203 minProtecting Investors with New Task ForceIndiana to participate in new COVID-19 Enforcement Task Force to protect Hoosier investors from Coronavirus-related investment fraud.
Kelly GrieseApr 15, 20202 minMoney "From the Government"During times of crisis, scam reports spike. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission says that since January 1, it has received 18,235 reports.
Kelly GrieseMar 18, 20201 minFraudsters are Taking Advantage of COVID-19Here's how to protect yourself from scams and fraud related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
-Mar 16, 20201 minBe on Alert for COVID-19 ScamsHoosiers are urged to be on alert for COVID-19 phishing scams or fraudulent emails, especially those pretending to be from the CDC.
Kelly GrieseMar 3, 20201 minNational Elder Fraud Hotline U.S. Attorney General William Barr announces launch of new National Elder Fraud Hotline.
Kelly GrieseFeb 27, 20205 minBEC Scams: Is That Email Really From the Boss?Business email compromise scams are skyrocketing in frequency. Businesses and other organizations have lost more than $3 billion since 2016.
Kelly GrieseDec 2, 20193 minIndiana Creates Council to Fight Senior ExploitationIN-CASE members agree to a "no wrong door" approach when referring people to other organizations and agencies.
Kelly GrieseOct 16, 20193 minSocial Isolation: Close Doors to Risk Rather Than ConnectionIsolation impacts as many as 24% community-dwelling senior citizens. It puts older adults at risk of exploitation and abuse.
Kelly GrieseSep 30, 20192 minRecognizing and Reporting Senior AbuseHow do you report senior abuse? An IN-CASE member with the Marion County Prosecutor's Office explains the process.
Kelly GrieseSep 4, 20193 minLove Hurts: How to Spot a Romance Scam Online dating has made it easier than ever to find romance. It's also made it easier than ever for scammers to find victims.
Kelly GrieseAug 19, 20194 minTrue Crime: How to Spot a Utility ScamCriminals use tactics, like impersonating utility company representatives, as a way to steal money from their victims.