Online resources help seniors stay safe from scams in Chemung County
by Ebony Lewis
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — The Chemung County Department of Aging is working to ensure that all residents, especially older adults, have the resources to use technology safely and avoid scams.
Officials say many people assume seniors aren’t interested in learning about technology, but that is not the case.St. Joseph’s residents struggle with broken elevators
“It’s really important for our older adults to know and to learn about technology,” said Beth Stranges, the Director of the Chemung County Department of Aging. “We want to make sure that we share information with our community members so that people can access different sites,” she said.
Stranges says there are three trusted resources that people around the area can use to learn how to use the internet, recognize scams, and protect their personal information.Erie Lounge faces neighbor backlash for late-night noise
“One of the websites I use currently, when I use resources or put information in our newsletters right now, is the New York State Office for the Aging, which has Silver Shield, and it’s a platform that helps prevent scammers from scamming older adults,” said Stranges.
In addition to safety, the resources also offer ways to keep people connected through online classes and group activities.
List of resources for online Safety: