Illinois Department on Aging

Medicare fraud is a serious problem. Medicare loses an estimated $60 billion each year to fraud, errors, and abuse. Every day, these issues affect people across the country and can lead to identity theft and cost you money. The good news? Some simple tips can help you protect yourself.

Families and caregivers, you can help protect your loved ones from being scammed. Talk to the older folks in your life about protecting their Medicare number like they would a bank account number.

More than 7 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and many more live with other forms of dementia that impact their independence and well-being. This webinar allows participants to become a Dementia Friend — someone who understands what it’s like to live with dementia and knows simple, practical ways to offer support.

Become a Dementia Friend
✅June 9 at 2 p.m.
✅Register at: https://extension.illinois.edu/events/2026-06-09-become-dementia-friend

Scammers will use a lot of tactics to get your Medicare number, so be aware of their tricks. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.