Online Senior Scams Rise: We Must Confront a $4.9 Billion Crisis

Online Senior Scams Rise: We Must Confront a $4.9 Billion Crisis

Online Senior Scams Rise: We Must Confront a $4.9 Billion Crisis

On the 15th of every June, since 2006, citizens globally observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a global initiative to recognize, resist, and respond to the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of the aging population.

While elder abuse takes many forms, one of the most insidious threats is financial fraud.

As technology advances, scams are increasingly more sophisticated against seniors who may not be tech-savvy and isolated from trusted support networks.

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Fanboy Expo July 11th-13th- Knoxville Convention Center

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Don’t miss Tennessee’s Largest Pop Culture Event, Fanboy Expo on July 11th-13th, 2025 at the Knoxville Convention Center. Come see why over 30,000 fans have attended our Summer events featuring Celebrity Guests, Comic Industry Pros, Cosplay, Vendors, Live Entertainment and much more!

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

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Update: Congratulations to Childhelp Tennessee (Knoxville Services)! They have won a fresh coat of paint up $10,000 from Sherman Williams and McLain’s Painting! Thanks to all those who nominated their favorite Non-profits as yet again it was an extremely tough decision with many great candidates! Painting of the Childhelp Knoxville location will take place on July 19th by McLain’s Painting.

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