Tag: how to protect kupuna from scams

  • Help Protect Our Kūpuna Against Crime

    Every year, Hawai‘i residents are swindled out of money through many forms of crime. The Federal Trade Commission estimates that 2.4 billion robocalls made every month. Over 3,500,000 older adults are swindled out of nearly $5 billion in personal savings each year. The average loss is $34,200-plus for every senior who falls victim to a…

  • Continue Vigilance While Protecting Kūpuna

    Kūpuna are the most vulnerable to online  scams due to social isolation during the pandemic. We must stay vigilant, as  scammers use more sophisticated ways to steal your personal identity, shame you of your self-worth and steal your life’s legacy. Here are some important tips to avoid becoming a victim…