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Learn how to spot scams at Ottawa County's aging summit
The Ottawa County Task Force on Aging will host the Summit on Aging on Sept. 9. The event will take place at St. John's Lutheran Church, 122 W. Ottawa St., Oak Harbor.
Registration and a light breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m., with presentations scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon, according to a community announcement.
The summit aims to educate the public about issues affecting seniors, particularly financial exploitation and scams. This has become the most reported issue for Adult Protective Services in Ohio.
Speakers will include representatives from the Office of the Attorney General, Croghan Bank, Commodore Perry Federal Credit Union, Legal Aid of Western Ohio and Attendees will learn about local financial exploitation, scam prevention tips and steps to take if they fall victim to scams.
A resource table will provide free information and resources. RSVP by calling 567-262-3174 or emailing ottawacoaging@
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This article originally appeared on Port Clinton News Herald: Scam prevention focus at Ottawa County aging summit
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