Senior Scam Safe Zone
Senior Scam Safe Zone is an online resource designed to help seniors and their families stay informed, alert, and protected from the growing wave of scams targeting older adults. The site provides clear, easy‑to‑understand information about the most common and current tactics used by criminals—both online and offline—to exploit members of the elderly community.
Visitors will find up‑to‑date guidance on identifying scam red flags, recognizing suspicious communication, and understanding the latest fraud trends affecting seniors today. From phone and email scams to financial fraud, identity theft, fake tech‑support calls, Medicare schemes, romance scams, and more, the Senior Scam Safe Zone breaks down how these crimes work and what steps individuals can take to prevent becoming a victim.
The webpage also offers practical safety tips, real‑world examples, and actionable checklists that families and caregivers can use to start conversations and build safer habits. Resources include links to reporting channels, law enforcement agencies, and trusted organizations dedicated to senior protection.
Whether you’re a senior seeking peace of mind or a family member wanting to keep your loved one safe, the Senior Scam Safe Zone serves as a reliable, supportive hub for navigating the ever‑changing landscape of fraud targeting older adults.
REPORT SCAMS & FRAUD
Federal • Arizona State • Phoenix • Maricopa County Resources
FEDERAL AGENCIES
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) – Phoenix Field Office
Phone: (623) 466-1999
Address: 21711 N. 7th St., Phoenix, AZ 85024
Online Tips: https://tips.fbi.gov
Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
Website: https://www.ic3.gov
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Phone: 1-877-382-4357
Website: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov
U.S. Postal Inspection Service
Phone: 1-800-372-8347
Website: https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov
ARIZONA STATE AGENCIES
Arizona Attorney General’s Office – Consumer Protection
Phone: (602) 542-5763 | 1-800-352-8431
Email: consumerinfo@azag.gov
Address: 2005 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85004
Website: https://www.azag.gov/complaints/consumer
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Phone: (602) 644-5805 Non-Emergency
Address: 2102 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85009
Website: https://azdps.gov
CITY OF PHOENIX
Phoenix Police Department
Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency: (602) 262-6151
Financial Crimes: (602) 534-5940
Address: 620 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85003
Website: https://www.phoenix.gov/police/policereport
MARICOPA COUNTY
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
Non-Emergency: (602) 876-1000
Financial Crimes Unit: (602) 876-4508
Email: cat@mcso.maricopa.gov
Address: 550 W. Jackson St., Phoenix, AZ 85003
Website: https://www.mcso.org
IMPORTANT TIPS
• Save emails, texts, receipts, and screenshots.
• Do NOT send additional money.
• Contact your bank immediately if money was sent.
• Government agencies will NOT demand payment by gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfer.
• If it feels suspicious — report it.