Savvy Senior: Outsmarting Scammers and Staying Safe - In Person (Queens County)
A 6‑week course to protect your money, identity, and personal safety.
Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated — but seniors can be even smarter. Savvy Senior: Outsmarting Scams and Staying Safe is a practical 6‑week course that teaches older adults how to spot scams, protect their finances, avoid fraud, and stay safe at home, online, and in the community.
Using real‑world examples, hands-on activities, and easy‑to‑follow checklists, you will learn how to lock down your digital identity, outsmart cutting-edge AI voice and video scams, protect your hard-earned assets, and confidently navigate your home and community. Packed with practical tips and trusted, local PEI resources, this interactive class will give you the peace of mind you deserve. Join us to build your safety toolkit and stay one step ahead of scammers.
Funded by Employment and Social Development Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program. Space is limited—secure your spot and stay safe!
Course Locations and Times
| Offering Period & Time | Location | Status |
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| Fall | 10/28/2026 - 12/09/2026
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Stratford Emergency Services Centre
4 Georgetown Rd
STRATFORD C1B 2S6 | Not Open Yet |
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| Requirements | Regular Attendance |
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| Objectives | What You’ll Learn: Digital & Online Safety — Phishing, identity theft, fake websites, unsafe Wi‑Fi, tech‑support scams. AI‑Driven Threats — Deepfakes, voice cloning, AI‑generated phishing. Scam & Fraud Awareness — Service‑repair scams, charity scams, money‑transfer fraud, extortion attempts. Financial Protection — Banking safety, Power of Attorney, wills, reverse‑mortgages, investment red flags. Elder Abuse Prevention — Recognizing financial, emotional, and digital exploitation. Home & Community Safety — Home hazards, accessibility, personal safety networks.
Participants Receive: Scam‑spotting and fraud‑prevention guides, safety checklists, clear steps for reporting fraud or elder abuse and tools to stay safe at home, online, and in the community. |
| Teaching Process | With real‑world examples, hands-on activities, and easy‑to‑follow checklists, this interactive course is packed with practical tips and utilizes trusted, local PEI speakers and resources. Course will include presentations, practical take home activities and resource guides. |
| UPEI Parking Pass Required? | No |
| Additional Costs? | No |
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Course FacilitatorPat Doyle.
The course is coordinated by Pat Doyle, an experienced facilitator who has worked in community services for more than 3 decades. |