This webinar is co-hosted by the National Center on Elder Abuse, U.S. Department of Justice’s Elder Justice Initiative, National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life, and National District Attorneys Association. 

Fraud and scams can have serious and lasting effects on older adults, affecting their finances, emotional well-being, and sense of security. In a report to Congress, the Federal Trade Commission estimated that, after accounting for underreporting, older adults lost up to $81.5 billion to fraud in 2024. This webinar will highlight underlying factors and communication strategies that support recovery, rebuild trust, and help reduce the risk of repeat victimization. 

Panelists: Amy Nofziger, Director of Fraud Victim Support, AARP Fraud Watch Network; Jennifer Lawrence, DSW, LICSW, Director of Clinical Programs and Trauma Recovery, FightCyberCrime.org; Miles McNeely, LCSW, Vice President, Elder Abuse Prevention, WISE & Healthy Aging; Pete Staffell, Principal, Roll and Flow; Older adult with lived experience