Seniors Fraud Awareness Campaign

The purpose of the campaign is to educate seniors and caregivers about potential fraud situations and where to obtain more information or assistance. The campaign is designed to provide educational materials for stakeholders in seniors’ lodges, seniors’ organizations, community support groups and police agencies to make presentations to seniors, future seniors, adult children of seniors, caregivers, and organizations.

"If in Doubt, Check it Out” was developed as a result of feedback from a number of stakeholder organizations throughout Alberta.  This unique package consists of helpful tipsheets and five, on-line videos featuring the most common types and methods of fraud targeted at seniors including Internet, telephone, investment, financial and home renovation fraud.

Four New Resources: Home Invasion Prevention Participant Tip Sheet Identity Theft Participant Tip Sheet Shopping Online Participant Tip Sheet Travel Clubs Participant Tip Sheet
Fraud Awareness Videos  Each video is approximately 2-3 minutes. To view the videos you must have at least the RealPlayer G2 or better.  Click here to download the latest free player.
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"If in Doubt, Check it Out” is also the subject of a 30-second public service announcement for television stations throughout Alberta.

Seniors Fraud Awareness Committee

The Seniors Fraud Awareness Committee is made up of eleven partners:

For information on "If In Doubt, Check it Out", contact Alberta Seniors and Community Supports (toll-free) at 1-800-642-3853.

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