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| Griffo Partners With BBB and AT&T to Bring Free Senior Scam Prevention Seminar to Lowville October 22 October 07, 2019 12:30 p.m. |
Griffo partners with Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York and AT&T to host free senior scam prevention and online safety seminars
Griffo, R-I-C-Rome, is partnering with AT&T and Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York to host free senior scam prevention and cybersecurity seminars throughout his senate district. At the seminars, representatives from Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York and AT&T will speak about recognizing and avoiding scams that prey specifically on seniors and will offer cybersecurity tips to help seniors and others protect their identities online and navigate the internet safely. Tips will be given on how to avoid both prominent and lesser-known scams and what to do if a senior falls victim to a scam. The free public seminars will take place as follows:
“All too often, we see scammers target and take advantage of senior citizens in our communities,” Deputy Minority Leader Griffo. “By partnering with Better Business Bureau of Upstate New York and AT&T to host these seminars, we are providing seniors with useful tips and tools that will help them to recognize and protect against scams and stay safe when online.” “We know older adults are targeted and they need to be aware of scammers who call on the phone, send mail or email, or even show up at the front door,” Warren Clark, president of BBB of Upstate New York said. “It's always a good idea to take the time to advise your older loved ones about the scams that are out there, and to make sure they are aware of the warning signs and red flags.” "We live in an exciting digital world, sparked by the internet, encompassing new ways to enhance the quality of life for senior citizens -- and helping them stay independent longer. As for all citizens, seniors must be aware of darker corners of the internet that nefarious individuals exploit to take advantage of them and they need to know how to protect their digital information, shield devices and recognize dangerous scams," Kevin Hanna, director of external affairs for AT&T said. “AT&T is committed to collaborating with civic leaders such as Deputy Minority Leader Griffo and organizations like Better Business Bureau to educate people of all ages and digital literacy levels on how to protect themselves online, while taking advantage of the vast innovative resources that are at their fingertips." To help the community navigate the digital world more safely, AT&T has launched Digital You and Cyber Aware, comprehensive public education programs that offer tools, tips, apps, guidance and community education events for people of all ages and levels of online experience to learn more about how to have a safe and secure online experience and increase digital literacy. For more information on online safety, visit digitalyou.att.com and att.com/cyberaware. Better Business Bureau has an online tool called Scam Tracker to help people report and learn about scams in their area. All scams are vetted by BBB staff before posting. Scam Tracker reports are shared with the public, local law enforcement and other agencies for analysis and collaboration to help stop the most flagrant scammers. Learn more at BBB.org/ScamTracker. |
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