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📢 Scam Alert for seniors: don’t click, don’t grant access
Phishing and tech support scams are on the rise, and they are designed to trick you into giving scammers access to your computer or personal accounts. Staying alert can help protect you! Suspicious Links & Attachments Never click on links or open attachments in emails or text messages unless you are absolutely sure who sent…
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FTC Warning: Beware of Reshipping Job Scams 📦
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning job seekers about a growing “reshipping” scam that targets people looking to work from home. These fake job offers often promise easy money and impressive-sounding titles like “Delivery Operations Specialist” or “Quality Control Manager.” In reality, these so-called jobs are illegal and could leave you responsible for handling…
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Protecting Our Seniors: Important Resources from the National White Collar Crime Center 🖥️
At Marion County Senior Citizens, Inc., keeping our seniors informed and protected is one of our top priorities. We are pleased to share valuable resources provided by the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C)—a trusted national organization dedicated to supporting communities through training, education, and tools that help prevent financial fraud and online scams. Financial…
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What’s That Little Square? How to use qR codes!
Have you noticed those funny little black-and-white squares popping up on flyers, menus, and posters? They’re called QR codes, and they make life a lot easier — no typing web addresses or searching online! Here’s how to use them: Open your phone’s camera (or a QR code app if you have one). Point the camera…
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November Newsletter 🍂
Find out what’s happening this month at your senior centers — from special events and wellness activities to holiday celebrations and community updates. 🦃✨ Stay connected, stay informed, and don’t miss out on what’s coming up at your center!
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Supporting Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s – Learn, Share, and Connect
Join us at the senior centers as Debbie Spiker from the Alzheimer’s Association, West Virginia Chapter shares valuable information about Alzheimer’s disease. Learn about the signs, symptoms, and resources available for individuals and families, and discover ways to support loved ones living with memory loss. All sessions are from 12:30 to 1:15 pm. Fairmont –…
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📱TEXT SCAM ALERT
If you get a random text that starts with a “Hello ” or “How are you?” from someone you don’t know — don’t respond! Scammers are sending out friendly messages hoping to start a conversation and gain your trust. Once they do, they may try to get personal information, money, or access to your accounts.…
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Vaccine Clinics Coming to Our Senior Centers!
The Marion County Health Department will be at our centers offering flu vaccines: Fairmont Senior Center – October 10 North Marion Senior Center – October 14 Fairview Senior Center – October 16 Time: 11:00 – 11:45 AM Please bring: Photo IDInsurance informationMedicare number Protect yourself this season—stop by your local center and get your vaccine!
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Bonnie’s Bus Coming to Fairmont
Marion County Senior Citizens, Inc. is proud to partner with the West Virginia University Cancer Institute to bring Bonnie’s Bus to Fairmont for these important breast cancer screening services. Event Details 📅 Friday, December 19🕗 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.📍 Fairmont Senior Center, 105 Maplewood Dr., Fairmont Early detection can save lives—don’t miss this opportunity!📞…
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