Team Kentucky Stop Scams

10/26/2026

This Halloween, some of the scariest things aren't hiding in the dark - they're hiding in your inbox or on your phone.

This week, we'll uncover some of the common scams that can give you a fright, plus go over the warning signs to watch out for so you aren't spooked.

Follow along. You won't want to miss what's lurking. 👀

10/26/2026

Holiday shopping season is right around the corner and scammers are getting ready, too. As you begin searching for gifts, watching for deals and ordering packages, keep an eye out for scams designed to catch shoppers off guard. Learn more in the October Stop Scams Newsletter -https://stopscams.ky.gov/scams-api/api/ImageUpload/images/October%202026%20Stop%20Scams%20Newsletter.pdf

10/23/2026

Charity scams are popping up following the death of country music star Dolly Parton. These scammers use Parton’s name and image to target mourning fans with fake donation requests. Learn how you can avoid these scams in the October Stop Scams Newsletter -https://stopscams.ky.gov/scams-api/api/ImageUpload/images/October%202026%20Stop%20Scams%20Newsletter.pdf

10/20/2026

Think about it. 💭 Your cell phone is a wallet, ID, bank, and gateway to all of your accounts. Securing it is a major part of protecting yourself from scams. Learn more in the October Stop Scams Newsletter -https://stopscams.ky.gov/scams-api/api/ImageUpload/images/October%202026%20Stop%20Scams%20Newsletter.pdf

10/15/2026

Open enrollment for Medicare starts October 15, so scams are on the rise. You can encounter a Medicare scam by phone, email, text, social media—or even at your front door. Scammers pretend to represent Medicare, an insurance company or a doctor’s office to get their hands on your Medicare number and other personal information. Learn how to protect yourself in the October Stop Scams Newsletter -https://stopscams.ky.gov/scams-api/api/ImageUpload/images/October%202026%20Stop%20Scams%20Newsletter.pdf

10/14/2026

The October Stop Scams newsletter is out now! Learn how to protect yourself from Medicare open enrollment scams, how scammers are cashing in on Dolly Parton's death, plus brush up on your phone security and crypto investment knowledge. Read more here 👉https://stopscams.ky.gov/scams-api/api/ImageUpload/images/October%202026%20Stop%20Scams%20Newsletter.pdf

10/12/2026

Medicare open enrollment begins on October 15. Beware of scammers who may try to access your Medicare number or other personal information for their own gain.

Learn more about the warning signs of Medicare scams at ncoa.org/article/5-warning-signs-of-a-medicare-scam-and-how-to-protect-yourself/

10/09/2026

Check it out - Team Kentucky Stop Scams was recently highlighted in the latest Kentucky Living Magazine article "How to Spot Scams."

Read the article to learn how the Pause, Check, Protect method can help you spot and avoid scams 👉 https://www.kentuckyliving.com/news/193050

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10/08/2026

Thank you to the Henderson County Extension Service for inviting Stop Scams to the Senior Expo event! We had a great time educating folks about the latest scams and how to protect themselves.

Are you interested in having Stop Scams at your event? Submit a speaker request ➡️ https://stopscams.ky.gov/scams/browser/request-speaker

10/05/2026

"You don't know how they mess with your brain. They manipulate, they punish you. It's dramatically changed me." Watch this video to learn how nearly $2.5 million was stolen from "Sue" through a romance scam.

Learn more about romance scams and available resources at AdvocatingForU.com.

In this web exclusive, “Sue,” a retiree who agreed to speak with CB...