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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Johnstown seniors learn to fight back against online scams
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ)—The Cambria County Area Agency on Aging held a free luncheon to teach seniors how to spot financial scams. Members heard from officials from the Johnstown Police Department and the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office about the effects of financial exploitation. In addition, seniors were given multiple pamphlets and a game of Bingo titled 'Fraud' to save themselves from financial trouble. 'Financial exploitation of the elderly is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States,' M. Vail Griffith, the director of the Cambria County Area Agency on Aging, said. 'And there's so much of it all over the world. But right here in Cambria County, we get calls almost every week.' Topics included ways to avoid multiple scams, which involve tactics such as online relationships, late tax filings and Pennsylvania Turnpike toll fees. Those who end up giving their information to help end up hurting financially. 'We see older adults losing thousands and thousands and thousands of dollars, even to the point of losing their home,' Griffith said. 'The older adults just really think that they're helping someone and that they'll get paid back.' To learn more ways to spot fraud and scams, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities website and look for the Cybersecurity Resources tab. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Free tax assistance available for seniors and low-income residents in Cambria County
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — Seniors and low-income residents in Cambria County can get free help filing their taxes through a program sponsored by the Cambria County Area Agency on Aging. Volunteer tax preparers, trained by the IRS, will be available at multiple locations throughout the county. The program focuses on helping taxpayers 60 and older, individuals with disabilities, and those on fixed incomes. Volunteers assist with federal tax returns in the 1040 series and Pennsylvania state income tax filings. However, they do not handle complex tax situations or business returns. All filings will be completed electronically. Appointments are required at all locations, including the Johnstown Senior Center at 550 Main St., where tax preparers are available Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Other locations offering assistance include the East Hills Senior Center and Pike Grace Brethren Church in Vinco. Taxpayers must bring necessary documents, including a Social Security card, photo ID, last year's tax return, income statements, and information on deductions. Volunteers are also needed for the program. Those interested can contact the Area Agency on Aging at 814-539-5595. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
