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24 IN-PERSON Wellness Workshops are returning to Guelph FHT Head Office! Guelph Family Health Team is excited to announce the return of in-person learning. In-person workshops take place at Guelph FHT Head Office (Suite 212, 55 Wyndham St.) Virtual webinars will continue to be offered. When registering, you will have the option to 'attend in-person' OR 'attend virtually'. There will be COVID-19 safety protocols and guidelines in place to keep everyone safe. Learn more: guelphfht.com/wellness-matters-terms-conditions/ Upcoming workshops: Let’s Talk About Assertiveness Date: Tuesday, April 5 Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (Eastern Time) *IN-PERSON at Guelph FHT (Suite 212, 55 Wyndham St.) or VIRTUAL spots available Learn more/register online by clicking HERE or call us at 519-837-0099 Intro to Essential Care Plan Conversations - 2-session workshop Date: Thursday, April 14, 21 Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (Eastern Time) *IN-PERSON at Guelph FHT (Suite 212, 55 Wyndham St.) or VIRTUAL spots available Learn more/register online by clicking HERE or call us at 519-837-0099 Visit our website for a complete list of workshops and to view the January – June 2022 Workshop Schedule. The Sentinel - April 2022 — Vol. 46, No. 8
(Continued from page 23) SOME TYPES OF FRAUD Fraud can take many shapes, and fraudsters are becoming more and more sophisticated with their approach. Here are a few of the most common types of fraud that seniors may be exposed to, with ways to prevent it from happening to you or someone you care about. Identity Theft Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information – such as your name, social insurance number, credit card number – without your permission to access your money, obtain passports, apply for loans or mortgages, apply for government benefits and other crimes. Ways to protect yourself: Identity theft can happen anywhere – at your mailbox, by email, over the phone, from personal documents you’ve thrown away, or from your old computer hard drive. To prevent identity theft, don’t throw away paper bills and statements without first shredding or cutting them up. Also, don’t give out personal information unless you’re sure who you’re dealing with. It’s also a smart idea to put a lock on your outside mailbox. Telephone Scams There are many different types of schemes and scams out there, that prey especially on seniors. Telemarketing scams, fake charities and “too good to be true” offers are some of the most common – these fraudsters will ask you to send cash to collect a prize, make a pledge or process a loan. Ways to protect yourself: Never give money or your credit card information to someone you don’t know – even if they sound like they’re from an established organization. Request additional information to be sent to you, review it with friends or family, or simply hang up if the whole thing sounds fishy! Credit Card Fraud “Skimming” is one form of credit card fraud that takes place when someone makes a counterfeit copy or transcribes the numbers of your credit card. This is commonly done at restaurants where they have your card out of sight and can write down the numbers. Credit Card fraud can also take place if you’ve left your wallet or purse open where someone can easily steal your card(s). Ways to protect yourself: Recent introductions in technology will also protect you – hand-held card processing devices at restaurants mean that you don’t have to leave your card unattended, and Chip and PIN technology means you no longer have to swipe the magnetic stripe on Point of Sale devices. Just remember to protect your PIN! Phishing Scams Phishing is designed to trick you into disclosing your personal or financial information. Often an unsolicited email that “appears” to be from your bank, asks you for confidential information, claiming a computer glitch. Ways to protect yourself: It’s important to know that no bank or store will ever ask you for your password via email, so never respond to these requests. If you receive an email that has a sense of urgency requesting personal information, contact your bank to see if the email is legitimate. Ponzi Schemes A Ponzi scheme attracts investors by offering guaranteed and unusually high returns, based on short-term and often complex investments. Returns, however, are paid to the initial investors from the funds of subsequent investors – there is never any actual profit earned. This scheme requires a constant stream of new investors. Ways to protect yourself: Beware of claims of guaranteed investments with above average returns. Ask to see written statements to see underlying investment details, and do a background check to see if the individual or group who approached you is licensed to sell securities. General Fraud Prevention Techniques In addition to the protection measures listed above, there are a few things you can do to reduce your risk of becoming a victim of fraud: • Use a secure computer or location to conduct your banking. Memorize your PIN and don’t share it with anyone. Your bank will never ask you what it is. • Routinely monitor your transactions so you can quickly spot one that looks out of place. • Be aware when using the ATM – don’t let another customer distract you, even if they tell you you’ve dropped something. Keep your eyes on the machine and your card at all times. If you suspect your accounts or identity have been compromised, contact your bank immediately and tell them what’s happened. They’ll know what steps to take. 25 The Sentinel - April 2022
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