Elder Financial Abuse Scam

Notice on the Willow Glen elist-March 5, 2009

We’ve gotten word from Willows Senior Center of a potential Elder
Financial Abuse Scam in the area. Individuals identifying themselves
as representing our centers are calling Seniors Citizens asking them
about their financial assets and offering to go to their homes to
discuss their assets. If asked for more information they hang up. We
would appreciate it if you could please alert your constituents.
Additionally;
> We’ve reported the incident to PD’s Financial Crimes Division We’ve
sent a Scam Alert to the media We are posting notices on the website
and at our facilities We’ll keep you posted if we receive any reports
of additional incidents.
> Thank you
Mona Favorite-Hill, Communications Manager Parks, Recreation &
Neighborhood Services City of San Jose