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How to Avoid ‘Donating’ to Scammers

Christopher Duque, Online Security Advisor | Dec 2, 2018 | Dec 2018 Jan 2019, Wisdoms

With all the natural disasters happening throughout the world, unscrupulous scammers are looking to take advantage of our empathy and generosity as we seek ways to help the victims of those disasters. These scammers will be soliciting donations using telephone messages, emails, and even social networking services like Facebook.

Making the Call for Help

Scott Spallina, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney | Feb 2, 2018 | February - March 2018, Wisdoms

On average, I get one to three calls a day from the public seeking advice about elder abuse. Fortunately, only about 20 percent of the calls involve matters needing my office’s involvement. The rest are from people that see “elder abuse” in our name and hope we can help with their situation. 

Part II: Zero Chance of A Lottery Win

Scott Spallina, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney | Dec 2, 2017 | Dec 2017 - January 2018, Wisdoms

In the October/November issue of Generations Magazine, I explained that it is better to make a logical and legal argument against someone being a winner of a lottery, as opposed to showing them they are a victim of a lottery scam. The following facts prove that you...

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  • Genius Tip: Designing Your Game Plan
  • Grief & Bereavement — Part IX
  • No Kids? 5 Tips for Your Retirement
  • Nurturing Your Financial Freedom
  • Helping Dogs Help People
  • Medicare Can Be A Slam Dunk!
  • Volunteer to Protect Kūpuna
  • IRA Changes to Part D in 2024
  • Supplemental Security Income
  • Care & Self-Care Holiday Gifts
  • Dementia Care in Times of Crisis
  • Game On!
  • Dana is a Joy!
  • How to Make Your Smile Merry & Bright
  • How to Age Gracefully, Inside and Out
  • Champions at Heart
  • Becoming the Reason Someone Smiles
  • Be Prepared and at Ease for the Holidays
  • My Reflections on Caregiving
  • Grandma’s Butter Crunch Jello Cream Cake
  • Ban the Grinch This Christmas
  • Ask a Kupuna
  • Finding Balance and Joy in Your Life
  • The Sewing Hui

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