Social Security scams seem to be on the rise as we all take to technology to keep in touch during this socially distanced time. Unfortunately, seniors are often at higher risk for being a target in these schemes.

According to CNBC, 53% of those targeted by such scams in the last 3 months were seniors.

Here are some things to be on the lookout for:

• Unsolicited calls
• An offer of protection from identity theft for transfer of money
• Asking you not to tell others about the call
• Demanding unique forms of payment such as gift cards or cryptocurrency

Keep your Social Security safe and help the Social Security Administration stop scams by reporting any attempts of fraud This can be done through the agency’s Inspector General’s website or by calling the Fraud Hotline at 1-800-269-0271.

Looking for more ways to protect your Social Security? So are we. The Senior Security Alliance is working to give senior citizens a more financially secure retirement by passing The Senior Citizens Bill of Rights. Find out what you can do to help urge Congress to act on this crucial legislation here.