The details
“Savvy Seniors Scam Prevention,” a library-hosted event, is part of the Active Adult series tailored for older adults and their family members, according to a news release.
The program is scheduled to take place Aug. 4 from 2-3 p.m. at the Missouri City library's meeting room, located at 1530 Texas Parkway.
Erica Knighton, a representative from the Prairie View A&M Extension Office in Fort Bend County, will be leading the session. With expertise in the field, Knighton will enlighten attendees about the various tactics employed by con artists, particularly through the internet, cellphones and email, to target unsuspecting victims. Additionally, she will shed light on some of the most common scams and delve into the psychology behind the most effective ones, according to the release.
Get involved
The "Savvy Seniors Scam Prevention'' program is open to the public and will be offered free of charge.
For those interested in attending, further information can be found on the Fort Bend County Libraries' website, www.fortbend.lib.tx.us.
Alternatively, inquiries can be directed to the Missouri City Branch Library at 281-238-2100 or the library system's Communications Office at 281-633-4734.
