by James Fuccione | Apr 20, 2026 | News and Updates
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is reminding residents to beware of fraudulent text messages which ask for payment for tolls or violations by using a link sent to a person’s cell phone. MassDOT divisions will never ask for payment at a link...
by James Fuccione | Nov 19, 2025 | News and Updates
AARP Research released results of a “2025 Holiday Shopping and Scams Survey,” which finds nearly nine in ten (89%) U.S. adults age 18-plus have been targeted by or experienced at least one form of fraud. In 2025, over half (58%) report receiving a...
by James Fuccione | Sep 24, 2025 | News and Updates
The Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) is warning the public about text messages that appear to be from DOR and ask for payment or sensitive information, such as credit card numbers. DOR strongly advises recipients to avoid clicking on any links in these...
by James Fuccione | Jun 25, 2025 | Data and Reports
A new report from AARP looks at sentiments, experiences and preventative steps taken by veterans to combat fraud. Data shows that 39 percent of veterans (over an estimated 7.5 million) have received solicitations from someone claiming to be from the Department of...
by James Fuccione | Nov 20, 2024 | News and Updates
Every year, ACL’s Eldercare Locator leads “Home for the Holidays,” a campaign to encourage friends and families to use holiday visits as an opportunity to talk about an important topic affecting the health and well-being of older adults. This year, the focus is...
