Helping an Older Relative Who Is Being Targeted by Scammers

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About Course

It can be worrying to see a parent or older relative receiving scam calls, letters or messages, or sending money to people they have never met. This course gives family members and friends practical, respectful ways to talk about scams, set up protection and get help.

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?

  • Recognise signs that an older relative may be targeted by scammers
  • Start a kind, respectful conversation without blame
  • Set up practical protection, from a family safe phrase to call blocking
  • Know who to contact if your relative has lost money

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Spotting the signs
  • Talking about scams kindly
  • Practical protection and getting help

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

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