Gina and Don replay #184 talking with Sydney about fraud. In this episode, Gina and Don sit down with Sydney Hartnett of Hartnett Health to discuss an important and timely topic: senior scams and fraud prevention. From health insurance scams to the growing problem of Medicare fraud, Sydney shares her expertise and practical tips to help protect aging loved ones from becoming victims.

We explore the different types of scams targeting seniors, why they are so prevalent, and most importantly—what families can do to safeguard themselves. Whether it's understanding common red flags, setting up safeguards, or having proactive conversations with parents and grandparents, this episode is full of insights you won't want to miss. 💡

If you've ever worried about a loved one getting taken advantage of, this conversation is for you.

Helpful Sites:

https://consumer.ftc.gov/ - The latest in consumer advice from scams, identity theft to credit. https://support.google.com/voice/answer/115061?hl=en&ref_topic=1707989&sjid=6477591156788718288-NA -

Quick how to on Google voice set up.

https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/use-two-factor-authentication-protect-your-accounts

Two-Factor-Authentication how to. https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USFTCCONSUMER/subscriber/new?topic_id=USFTCCONSUMER_8

Get consumer alerts from the Federal Trade Commission.

https://consumer.ftc.gov/how-block-unwanted-calls

Easy to read on how to block scam/spam calls. Includes what apps are vetted, and built in for different phones. Most phone carriers will have an article of their own.

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