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March 19, 2024
Investor Protection Trust
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sponsored by Investor Protection Trust, and presented with the Massachusetts Securities Division, the Pension Action Center will host an in-person convening on fraud prevention on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the Campus Center Ballroom at UMass Boston. Registration is required, and this event is free of charge.
Join us for an important and timely program addressing all aspects of fraud and scams prevention for older people, including best practices to keep your assets safe. This program is targeted for seniors, people serving the aging community and the general public – anyone with an interest in fraud prevention is welcome to attend!
Expert invited speakers and panelists will discuss:
- Trends in Scams: Common schemes aimed at seniors
- How to recognize scams: What are the red flags?
- Practical ways to safeguard your assets
- How to report fraud: What are law enforcement and other governmental agencies doing to combat financial fraud?
- And more
Presenters will include the following:
- Michael Festa, State Director, AARP Massachusetts
- Lilia DuBois, Assistant Attorney General, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Layla D'Emilia, Undersecretary of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation
- Rachel Webber, Elders and Persons with Disabilities Abuse Unit Coordinator, Northwestern District Attorney's Office
- Emily K. Shea, Commissioner, Age Strong Commission, City of Boston
- Michelle Dwyer, President & CEO, Franklin First Federal CU
- Lucilia Prates Director, MA Senior Medicare Patrol
- Anna-Marie Tabor, Pension Action Center, UMass Boston
Breakfast networking reception is from 9 to 10 a.m. The program begins at 10 a.m. Buffet lunch will be provided. Parking is available and will be reimbursed at the West Garage on the UMass Boston campus.
This will be a hybrid event, live streamed for those who can't join in person on the day.
Registration is required.
Summit to Fight Fraud: Preventing Fraud and Scams for Older Adults and Others
