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Avoid unsubscribe Scams
Email unsubscribe scams involve malicious actors using fake unsubscribe links to trick individuals into clicking on them, potentially leading to malware installation, identity theft, or increased exposure to spam. How Unsubscribe Scams Work: Risks of Unsubscribe Scams: How to Protect Yourself: In summary, be cautious when clicking unsubscribe links in emails, especially if you are…
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Flood Assistance
If you or someone you know has been impacted by recent flooding in Marion County, help is available. Please reach out to the following organizations for support: American Red Cross:They can assist with local volunteer coordination, crisis supplies, and emergency financial assistance. Seth Kenefick, Community Disaster Program Specialist 304-374-0839 seth.kenefick2@redcross.org WV Volunteer Organizations Active in…
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Protecting your personal information: Which documents to keep and which to shred
When protecting your identity, you might consider keeping usernames to yourself, using strong passwords, and reviewing your statements. That’s all great. But it’s also essential to consider what you do with documents or digital files containing your financial information. So, let’s look at what you should keep and lock up, and what you should shred…
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Exciting News from MCSC, Inc.! 🐾
We are honored to announce that Marion County Senior Citizens, Inc. is the proud recipient of a Meals on Wheels Loves Pets Regional Cohort Grant, made possible by the generosity of PetSmart Charities! This grant will allow us to expand our support for senior clients and their beloved animal companions, helping to provide critical pet…
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Marion County, West Virginia, Commission reads proclamation for National Older Americans Month
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — The Marion County Commission read a proclamation honoring National Older Americans Month on Wednesday, with Marion County Senior Citizens Inc. Executive Director Leisha Elliott accepting the proclamation and speaking on the importance of the community’s older residents. Elliott said it’s important to allow aging residents’ voices to be heard, noting…
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Story nudges state officials to help seniors
MOUNTAIN STATE SPOTLIGHT Story nudges state officials to help seniors By Erin Beck Mountain State Spotlight This story was originally published by Mountain State Spotlight. Get stories like this delivered to your email inbox once a week; sign up for the free newsletter at mountainstatespotlight.org/newsletter CHARLESTON — Last month, Mountain State Spotlight reported that those who…
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Elders need helping hand in cold weather
STAYING SAFE AND WARM Elders need helping hand in cold weather By Esteban Fernandez Times West Virginian FAIRMONT — The road out to Hammond or Valley Falls, Route 310, can be beautiful. But when the snow falls, its becomes downright impassible and becoming trapped by blocked roads is easy. It’s hard enough for younger, able…
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Leisha Elliott settles into role as new Marion Co. Senior Citizens Inc. director
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WV News) — Leisha Elliott began her tenure as executive director of Marion County Senior Citizens Inc. two months ago, and in the time since, she has grown excited about providing the older residents of Marion County with much needed support. Elliott, a Marion County native who previously served as executive director of…
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