The Village of Pinehurst, in partnership with its Senior Advisory Committee, is launching Silver Shield Academy, a new educational series designed to help residents recognize financial scams, protect their personal information, and reduce the risk of financial fraud and abuse.
The Academy builds on the Village’s existing Silver Shield initiative, expanding its focus on fraud prevention through ongoing educational programs that provide residents with practical information and resources to protect themselves and their finances.
The first Silver Shield Academy program, “Don’t Get Scrooged! Keep Your Money Merry & Bright,” will take place Tuesday, December 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Assembly Hall, 395 Magnolia Road in Pinehurst.
With the holiday shopping season underway, the inaugural session will focus on recognizing common scams, protecting financial accounts, and making safer transactions. The program will feature a panel of professionals from local retail banks who will share their expertise, discuss emerging fraud tactics, and offer practical advice for avoiding financial scams.
Participants will learn how to identify warning signs of fraudulent activity, safeguard sensitive financial information, and respond if they believe they have been targeted by a scam.
Building on Silver Shield
Silver Shield was established to help reduce financial exploitation and connect residents with resources to recognize, report, and respond to suspected fraud.
The new academy builds on that mission by offering monthly educational programs focused on financial safety, fraud prevention, and related topics. Each session will connect residents with knowledgeable professionals and provide practical information they can use to better protect themselves and their finances.
Although the initiative places particular emphasis on protecting older adults, the information and resources are valuable to residents of all ages.
Residents who suspect they have been the victim of a financial scam or exploitation can contact the Village of Pinehurst Silver Shield helpline at 910-420-1654 for guidance and assistance.
Event Details
What: Silver Shield Academy: Don’t Get Scrooged! Keep Your Money Merry & Bright
When: Tuesday, December 1, 2–4 p.m.
Where: Assembly Hall, 395 Magnolia Road, Pinehurst
Featured Speakers: Professionals from local retail banks
The Village encourages residents to attend and share the program information with family members, friends, and neighbors who may benefit from learning more about financial fraud prevention.
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