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TATE COLLEGE, Oct. 6 – Scams targeting older adults are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it more important than ever for seniors and their families to know how to recognize, avoid and report them. That’s why state Rep. Paul Takac, D-Centre, and Centre Care are bringing the community together for a Scam Seminar and Senior Fair, connecting older adults and their families with local agencies, nonprofits and other trusted community resources. The event will provide practical information on how to spot the latest scams, protect personal and financial information, and report suspected fraud to the appropriate authorities. Attendees will also be able to connect directly with organizations and local service providers that can help seniors access resources and support in the community.

“Pennsylvania has one of the largest senior populations in the U.S., and that demographic is growing faster than any other age group in the Commonwealth. As our senior population continues to grow, we want to make sure older Pennsylvanians and their families have easy access to the resources, services and information they need to stay healthy, safe and connected in their communities,” Takac said. Takac’s third annual senior fair and seminar will take place Wednesday, Oct. 14, at Centre Care, 250 Persia Road, Bellefonte.

The Senior Fair, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., will feature representatives from state, county and local organizations, as well as free flu vaccines and health screenings provided by Penn State.