I Think I’ve Been Scammed: First Steps for Older People

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About Course

Finding out you have been scammed is a horrible shock, and many people feel embarrassed. It is not your fault. This calm, step-by-step course explains what to do first, how to report it, where to get support, and how to protect yourself from being targeted again.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information from official guidance and is not legal, financial or medical advice.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Know the first thing to do: contact your bank straight away
  • Report a scam to the right place in England, Wales, Northern Ireland or Scotland
  • Find free emotional and practical support
  • Spot "recovery" scams and protect yourself from being targeted again

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • The first hour: protect your money
  • Reporting the scam
  • Getting support and staying safe afterwards

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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