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Reports of scams in the press are becoming increasingly common, detailing the financial and emotional costs to the victim. They come in a bewildering variety of forms through methods such as: unsolicited letters, unexpected phone calls, doorstep callers and increasingly through email, texts and the internet.People of all ages can fall victim to a scam, and scammers take no account of a person's age or vulnerability. Fraud is now the most commonly experienced crime, so an awareness of it is vital in protecting ourselves.Staying Safe OnlineIf you're worried about getting caught out by scams on your computer or smart phone, you can get free expert advice on how you can stay safe online by visiting: https://www.getsafeonline.org/
People aged 50+ in Gwent.
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https://www.ageuk.org.uk/cymru/gwent/our-services/scam-awareness-service-07e94ce2-3f78-ec11-b820-0003ff4b0da1/
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