Protect Week @ProtectWeek

Learn how to say “no” to co-signing a loan for a family member or loved one. Great advice from our partner, @mdconsumers. marylandconsumers.org/about/blog?pos… #PROTECTweek

Director Friedman and @MDComptroller Franchot present at #RiderwoodVillage for @ProtectWeek on January 11, 2018

Naomi Karp of @cfpb's Office for Older Americans presents on valuable tools 4 #seniors promoting #financialhealth. Mentions #tech #aging. @globalcoalitiononaging #technology #Financialwellnessnyc

Don’t forget to follow @PROTECTweek for tips all year round about how to protect older Marylanders from financial abuse and fraud. #PROTECTweek.

Proud to co-author this letter to the editor with Helene Raynaud from @GuidewellFS to highlight @ProtectWeek -- a statewide campaign to raise awareness about elder financial exploitation. To learn more, visit protectweek.org. #ProtectWeek baltimoresun.com/news/opinion/o…

Comptroller Peter Franchot spent the week participating in @ProtectWeek to raise awareness about elder financial abuse & tax fraud prevention.

keyboard_arrow_left Previous keyboard_arrow_right Next

If you or a loved one has been targeted by a scammer, don’t let shame keep you from getting the help you need to ensure financial stability. #PROTECTweek

Unfortunately, financial abuse of older Americans can happen at the hands of loved ones like caregivers, children and grandchildren. If you suspect someone you know is being abused, please contact the @mdhumanservices at 1-800-332-6347 or call the police.

It’s important to understand the causes and benefits you donate to before signing a check to a charity. Use websites like charitynavigator.org to verify nonprofits before donating. Learn more: irs.gov/newsroom/fake-…. #PROTECTweek

You can protect yourself from many of the tricks that scammers use by arming yourself with some basic knowledge like this from @AARP on guarding against identity theft: aarp.org/money/scams-fr…. #PROTECTweek

@MDComptroller’s office offers many free resources to help protect older Marylanders from tax fraud and scams. Learn more at: comp.state.md.us. #PROTECTweek

Maryland Attorney General @BrianFrosh is a proud partner of Protect Older Americans from Financial Exploitation Week. youtube.com/watch?v=IfhoVf… #PROTECTweek

@MarylandAging recognizes predators often financially exploit older, socially isolated Marylanders. You can find out more about isolation among older adults and how to get involved with #CounteringIsolation here: aging.maryland.gov/Pages/Scams-Al…. #PROTECTweek

Today is @PROTECTweek’s Tele-Town Hall with @AARPMD. This live conversation will cover ways to protect yourself or a loved one from fraud and scams. To participate, vekeo.com/event/aarpmary….

Have you been a victim of financial exploitation? Find more information about free or low-cost resources available in Maryland on our website: ProtectWeek.org. #PROTECTweek

Join us on 1/9 at 10:30 AM for a #PROTECTweek LIVE telephone town hall on protecting yourself and your loved ones from financial fraud. You will have the opportunity to ask the experts directly. Sign up to join the call! More: spr.ly/6012DJmvQ

Did you know that elder financial abuse is a crime? Md has a dedicated team to combat financial exploitation of older Americans. Read more from Maryland Attorney General @BrianFrosh: marylandattorneygeneral.gov/Pages/seniors.… #PROTECTweek

The Comptroller of Maryland has free income tax assistance services in-person and over the phone that can help you avoid being taken advantage of when filing your taxes. Learn more at: goo.gl/7zcMG7 #PROTECTweek

Our partner, @WellsFargo, has a free educational program called “Hands On Banking” that can provide you with the knowledge you need to manage your money well. goo.gl/Px5SUY.  #PROTECTweek