Reducing Scam Risk after Brain Injury

We are all getting more spam messages to our phones and emails these days! Any many of these are getting trickier! It can be hard to tell what is real and what is not. This can become even more difficult for individuals with acquired brain injury, dementia, or other changes in thinking skills. Changes in language processing, impulsiveness, difficulty with decision-making, and problems with attention to detail can all make someone more at risk for being scammed.

Did you know that Kentucky has a new resource to help?

Check out StopScams.ky.gov!

This website has tips for AVOIDING scams, REPORTING, and RECOVERING if you end up being targeted. You can also subscribe to a newsletter to get updates on current known risks.

Information on StopScams.ky.gov is clear and easy to read, making for an accessible resource for those who need it.