Looking for love online? The Consumer Assistance Program is here to help you make sure that your personal information and money are secure! Romance Scams How it works: The scammer creates a fake profile on a dating site or app. … Continue reading
What is the Census? According to the United States Census Bureau, the Census counts every resident in the United States. Mandated by the Constitution, the Census takes place every 10 years. The data collected by the Census determine the number … Continue reading
October 21-25, 2019 Charity fraud is, unfortunately, all too common. But don’t be discouraged. You can still make your charitable giving count by following the tips below to identify the bad actors from the good: Tip #1: Do your Research … Continue reading
Robocalls are annoying. But, when a scammer is on the other end of the call, they can also be dangerous. That’s why Attorney General Donovan with attorneys general from all 50 states and Washington, D.C., formed a public-private coalition with … Continue reading
“Nationally, of the 60+ age cohort, 1 in 10 adults experience some form of mistreatment each year.”[1] National Center on Elder Abuse “For every case of reported elder abuse, neglect or exploitation, about 23 instances go unreported.”[2] VT Attorney General’s … Continue reading