Have you or a loved one been contacted by someone claiming affiliation with a government agency? Scammers often see older adults as easy targets due to their perceived vulnerability and trusting natures.

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How to Report Contact VA: Calling is the fastest way for you to report the death of a Veteran, so VA knows to stop benefit payments. You can also report in person at a VA [...]

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VBA IS COMMITTED TO DETERRING SCAMMERS Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) is proud to honor Veterans by actively working to identify growing fraud threats and trends. Veterans need to be aware of the criminals’ tactics and [...]

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What is fraud? Fraud is defined as the intentional act of deceiving or withholding information to gain an unfair advantage or benefit. Fraud is a concern for everyone however Veterans face a unique risk as scammers often [...]

Social Media Today In today’s digital age, social media is a powerful tool for helping Veterans connect with friends and family, accessing information, and sharing experiences. For Veterans, social media can also provide a sense [...]

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1. Use Strong and Unique Passwords Creating strong and unique passwords for each of your online accounts is essential for protecting your personal information. Try using a phrase that incorporates numbers and symbols. Example: I@m2Happy2ProtectMyD8ta! [...]

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