AARP ‘Scam Jam Tour’ comes to San Diego to help seniors avoid cyber fraud

AARP California will be holding more than 20 free fraud prevention events this year throughout San Diego County.

The San Diego Scam Jam Tour running from May through July will focus on common scams and how to recognize them, and will include technology skills workshops for tips on how to bolster one’s cybersecurity.

The events will also include free shredding of documents containing personal or financial information, with participants permitted to bring up to three boxes of documents for shredding.

The tour is a joint effort of AARP California, San Diego County, the San Diego Elder Justice Task Force, and Senior Tech Connect.

A full list of the upcoming events and information on registering are available online. AARP membership is not required to participate.

“As fraudsters become increasingly sophisticated, it’s crucial that we keep the public informed about the latest scams to ensure they can protect themselves and their loved ones,” AARP California State Director Nancy McPherson said.

“AARP’s commitment is to equip everyone with the necessary tools to combat fraud. These free fraud prevention events offer a valuable opportunity to learn how to identify and avoid various scams, as well as provide resources for those who have been affected.”

According to AARP, elder fraud saw victims in San Diego County lost about $100 million in 2023, while nationwide, there were $12.5 billion in losses last year.