A familiar voice is no longer proof.
A scammer may sound like your child, grandchild, bank, police department, or government agency. The story may create panic, demand secrecy, and pressure you to send money before you have time to think.
DON'T SEND THE MONEY! gives older adults and their families a clear, large-print safety system they can set up in minutes.
Inside, you will find:
• A simple three-step response to suspicious calls
• Large-print words to say when someone is pressuring you
• A private family code-phrase plan
• Trusted-contact and verification worksheets
• Practice scenarios based on common impostor scams
• Guidance for suspicious texts, links, QR codes, and remote-access requests
• Clear first actions if money or personal information was already sent
• Cut-out phone and wallet safety cards
This practical guide is designed for older adults, adult children, caregivers, and families who want a calm plan before an emergency call arrives.
You do not need to recognize every scam.
You need a safe plan before the next call.