The challenges our vulnerable elder citizens face at the hands of those who are less than scrupulous has been an issue addressed by several organizations, including AARP. It is particularly concerning in these times when our seniors are isolated and more vulnerable. They may limited access to their usual support systems and thus, can become easier prey from people with ill conceived motives. It is also a fact that a large percentage of seniors have experienced fraud at the hands of family members and caregivers. In this episode, we will explain some of the more commonly known scams that target our elders, including the Sweetheart Scam, Phishing emails and Imposter scam and how and why they are effective. Most people think it will not happen to them, but those intending to defraud are highly sophisticated and are successful more often than not. According to a 2018 report released by AARP, the top 10 scams cost older Americans $2.9 billion.