ADRC Scam Alert
SCAM ALERT!!!
The WI Department of Health Services (DHS) has recently informed us that there is a new scam happening throughout the State of WI using the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) name to try to manipulate individuals into giving out their personal information (Medicare Number, Social Security Number etc.).
The scammer states that they are from the ADRC and that you have won a free gift or could get a free gift. The scammer then asks for your name and Medicare number. (Or something similar).
During COVID-19 we are more reliant on phones, email and virtual contact than ever before. HOWEVER, the ADRC would never cold call an individual and randomly ask you for your personal information, especially in exchange for a gift or prize.
Please do not give out your personal information over the phone without being absolutely positive that you can verify the identity and validity of the person or organization requesting it. There is no such thing as asking too many questions when you need to verify that a phone call or email is not fraudulent.
IF YOU THINK YOU ARE BEING SCAMMED BY SOMEONE WHO SAYS THEY ARE FROM THE ADRC, HANG UP AND CALL US AT (920)746-2372.
WHEN IN DOUBT CHECK IT OUT!
