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UdemyScams Against Seniors
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Korshub's take
Recognizing and Avoiding Scams That Target Older Adults
Created as part of a mentorship for the Generation: Boomers, Aging Fearlessly Facebook group, this free course gives an overview of scams commonly aimed at elderly people, while noting that victims can be found across all age groups.
Who it's for
Older adults, their family members, and caregivers who want a plain-language introduction to scam awareness, with no prior knowledge required.
Key takeaways
- Understand the types of scams most frequently used against seniors
- Recognize warning signs before financial or personal harm occurs
- Learn practical, suggested ways to avoid becoming a victim
By the end of the course, learners should have a reasonable working understanding of how these scams operate and how they affect older people, making it a useful, low-commitment starting point for personal or family protection.
About this course
The course - Scams Against Seniors - is part of my mentorship of the Facebook Group 'Generation:Boomers-Aging Fearlessly'. It is designed to give an overview of current scams against elderly people (although victims are found in all age groups), with suggested ways to avoid becoming a scam victim. The course is free (no cost involved) and requires no previous knowledge or skills. At the conclusion of the course you should have a reasonable understanding of scams and how they affect older people.
Price
This course is free to enrol.
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