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Welcome to Episode 3 of Senior PrimeTime—where real people and real conversations come together! Hosted by Bonnie Keith and brought to you by The Foundation for Senior Services, this episode tackles the exploding threat of scams and fraud targeting older adults.

With the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence, scammers are using terrifying new tactics like voice cloning, deepfakes, and "smishing" texts to exploit our trust and steal our hard-earned wealth. Joining us to break down the 2026 threat landscape are two certified specialists: Lily Schweitzer, a wealth manager specializing in longevity planning, and Tanner Gish, owner of Loving Homecare and an expert in senior care and fraud prevention, and Joyce Robertson, CEO of the Foundation for Senior Services. The discussion equips seniors and their families with practical tools to recognize, prevent, and respond to scams, ensuring safer financial and personal well-being in "Act 3" of life.

Together, they share real-world insights, red flags to watch for, and the immediate actionable steps you can take today—how scammers adapt old tricks with new technology, especially AI and deepfakes

Recognizing common scam tactics: impersonations, urgent calls, fake emails

The importance of verifying contacts and avoiding hasty reactions

Strategies for building a “scam and fraud toolbox,” including trusted contacts and secret code words

Why seniors are especially targeted: cognitive decline, isolation, and wealth accumulation

Practical tips: setting up alert systems, freezing credit, creating a family communication code

How to handle scams if victimized: reporting, law enforcement, and community support

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Lily Schweitzer (949)-732-0174 www.LilySchweitzer.com

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Foundation for Senior Services: www.https://foundationforseniorservices.org

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