Upcoming programs

August 11, 2026 / Noon-1:00pm

Virtual on Zoom 

Imposter Scams 

- presented by Shawn Smith of Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

Part 1 of the 4 part Scams & Fraud Series by SMP.

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Our society is rife with impostors who are seeking to steal our money, credit, and identities. Older adults are often targeted for these scams, as they are often asset-rich and technologically vulnerable. From fraudulent phone calls to ‘The randparent Scam", this presentation will discuss in detail the five most common imposter scams and teach older adults  how to keep themselves safe from them, as well as how to report them should they ecome a victim. 

September 8, 2026 / Noon-1:00pm

Virtual on Zoom 

Protecting Seniors from Scams: What Caregivers & Service Providers Should Know

- presented by Shawn Smith of Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

Part 2 of the 4 part Scams & Fraud Series by SMP.

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Using data published in the Federal Trade Commission’s FTC) Annual Sentinel Report, this program reviews the methods by which scammers most commonly connect with seniors, and the means by which older adults  lose the most money. The presentation will provide practical information to help caregivers and service providers identify possible victims, advise seniors on avoiding scams, and help them protect their accounts and information.

October 13, 2026 / Noon-1:00pm

Virtual on Zoom 

 AI (Artificial Intelligence) Scams

- presented by Shawn Smith of Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

Part 3 of the 4 part Scams & Fraud Series by SMP.

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As Artificial Intelligence technology continues to develop, it’s becoming harder for people to distinguish between what’s real and what’s AI. This presentation will explain what AI is, discuss how we use it in our everyday

activities, and show how scammers are turning it against us to steal our money and information. Attendees will also

learn how they can keep themselves safe from the scammers’ tactics. 

November 10, 2026 / Noon-1:00pm

Virtual on Zoom 

 Avoiding Common Healthcare Scams

 - presented by Shawn Smith of Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

Part 4 of the 4 part Scams & Fraud Series by SMP.

CLICK HERE FOR ZOOM LINK.

Seniors are bombarded daily with phone calls and mailings from scammers posing as legitimate healthcare entities. This presentation will break down the most common and costly scams that have been  pacting the nation, in addition to exploring ways to prevent, detect, and report them.