At TB Vets, we dedicate ourselves to supporting hospitals and respiratory care across British Columbia. However, we also care about protecting our community, especially our donors. With scams targeting older adults on the rise, staying informed can help you safeguard your financial well-being and personal information.
Common Types of Scams:
1.Healthcare Scams:
Fraudsters pose as representatives of healthcare providers or insurers, asking for personal information or payments for fake services.
2.Charity Scams:
Scammers impersonate charities, asking for donations that never reach those in need. Always verify the organization’s authenticity.
3.Tech Support Scams:
You may receive a call or pop-up claiming your computer is infected. Genuine companies like Microsoft will never contact you this way.
4.Prize and Lottery Scams:
Be wary of calls or emails claiming you’ve won a prize—especially if they ask for payment to claim it.
How to Stay Safe:
•Verify Before Acting:
Always check the legitimacy of a request, whether it’s a phone call, email, or in-person visit. Call the organization directly using contact information from their official website.
•Don’t Share Personal Information:
Avoid giving out sensitive details like your SIN, credit card numbers, or bank details unless you initiated the contact.
•Be Cautious Online:
Use secure passwords and avoid clicking on links from unknown sources.
•Talk About It:
Share these tips with friends and family to spread awareness.
Check out all these and others tips about avoiding scams on our FREE Webinar, available on youtube here.
When you donate to TB Vets, you can trust your generosity directly supports hospitals in British Columbia. We never ask for personal information through unsolicited calls or emails. If you are not sure if the authenticidy of the contact, please call (604) 874-5626 to talk to us.
