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    Senior Scams

    (Dick Blackburn. Credit: John McDevitt)

    Part 1: Senior Surfers At Risk

    The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging has 18 investigators handling more than 2,000 calls per year.

    2012/03/07

    (Jeanette Liggons, right, takes part in an eduction seminar for senior citizens run by the Philadelphia DA's office. Credit: Cherri Gregg)

    Part 2: Elder Fraud, Undetected or Unreported

    “The elderly are vulnerable because they’re alone, and a lot of time they’re isolated and they’re looking for some type of interaction,” notes one expert.

    2012/03/07

    (A can opener with hidden camera and wireless transmitter. Credit: John McDevitt)

    Part 3: Keeping A Watchful Eye On Granny

    Now, thanks to technology, there are tools available to family members concerned that someone may be stealing from or hurting an elderly loved one.

    2012/03/07

    (Seniors get information at a free anti-crime seminar offered by the Philadelphia district attorney's office. Credit: Cherri Gregg)

    Part 4: Fighting Back Against Fraud

    What do you do if you find out that your elderly mom or dad is the victim of a financial scam?

    2012/03/07

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