Scam Jam aims to help older adults identify, avoid deceit
Several County of Marin departments are coordinating a free educational event focused on preventing fraud and protecting residents — especially older ones — from scams. It’s called the Scam Jam.
The free event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 28 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 240 Tiburon Blvd. in Tiburon. Attendees will be offered complimentary bagels and coffee.
The session will be offered by the Marin County District Attorney’s Office, Marin Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Aging and Adult Services, Health and Human Services’ Office of the Public Guardian, Health and Human Services’ Financial Abuse Specialist Team and AARP California.
AARP-sponsored Scam Jams are free educational events designed to help older adult community members identify, avoid and report common frauds and scams.
With 31% of residents age 60 and older, Marin is demographically one of the oldest counties in California. By 2030, that percentage is expected to jump to 35%.
Crimes, financial abuse and scams are growing concerns among older adults.
“Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, targeting individuals of all
ages — especially older adults,” said District Attorney Lori Frugoli. “Education is one of the most effective tools we have to prevent financial exploitation. This event empowers our community with the knowledge needed to recognize and report fraud before it happens.”
Scam Jam attendees will hear directly from experts about:
● The most common scams affecting Marin residents
● Warning signs and red flags of fraud
● Strategies to safeguard personal and financial information
● Steps to take if you or someone you know becomes a victim.
The program emphasizes that “in the fight against fraud, knowledge is power,” and aims to equip residents with practical tools to protect themselves and their loved ones.
The Scam Jam is part of the county’s commitment to combat elder abuse and financial exploitation through education, prevention and coordinated response. The event is free, but registration is suggested. For more information, visit events.aarp.org/event/ ScamJam042726/summary.
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