In this episode of Sage Advice Vibrant Living, we delve into the pervasive threat of financial scams targeting older adults.

Donna Gaines President of Sage Collective leads us into the conversation with a frightening scenario too many older adults have experienced.

With the help of correspondent Monique Caradine Kitchens and financial crimes expert Trevor Bundrige, the episode explores how scams—from romance and grandparent scams to phishing and tech support fraud—exploit the vulnerabilities of the elderly.

Real-life stories illustrate the emotional and financial devastation these scams can cause, and crucial tips and strategies are provided to help protect older adults and their loved ones from falling victim.

Here are a few highlights from this episode:

00:03 A Startling Phone Call

00:26 Introduction to Financial Scams

01:07 Common Scamming Techniques

02:50 The Romance Scam

07:50 The Grandparent and Computer Scams

08:50 Real-Life Scam Stories

12:56 Phishing Scams and Personal Experiences

14:16 Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones

18:15 Final Thoughts and Resources

For more information on how to protect yourself from financial fraud, visit the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, an official agency of the United States Government

To learn more about the programs Sage Collective offers for older adults, visit https://sagecollective.org