Check it before you pay.
Free scam-safety talks and a simple scam checker for older adults in Leander and Cedar Park.
$7.7 billionreported lost to scams by Americans 60 and older in 2025, up 59% in one year (FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center).
How the checker works
- 1Paste a strange text or email, or answer a few yes-or-no questions about a phone call.
- 2Get a plain-English answer: stop, be careful, or no warning signs found, plus what to do next.
- 3Tap once to call a family member before sending any money. Keep a family safe word to catch fake "grandkid" calls.
Nothing you type is sent anywhere. It stays on your phone. No sign-up, no payment.
Who we work with
Senior centers
A 45-minute talk on the scams we see most, with help setting up the checker.
Churches
A session for older members after a service or at a weekday gathering.
Senior living
Resident setup days and refresher talks through the year.
Families
Set up the checker on a parent's phone with your number and a safe word.
Book a free scam-safety talk
Kevin Juliani works in banking and stops scams against older customers almost every week. He'll come to your group and explain the scams he sees most, in plain language. The first talk is free.
Email:
hello@secondlooksafety.com