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Commission has played a role in the planning of the program.

Event invitation for 'grenzenlos' on Wednesday, 12.2., from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, featuring the event titled 'Grandparents' Trick and More - Unveiling the Methods of How Crooks Swindle the Elderly.'

Involved Commission in drafting the programme.
Involved Commission in drafting the programme.

Commission has played a role in the planning of the program.

On Wednesday, February 12th, Birgit Schwertfechter, a specialist in senior prevention at the Düsseldorf Police Presidency, will be speaking at an event aimed at providing useful tips on how to protect seniors from fraudsters. The event, organised by SPD 60plus of the Düsseldorf district, will take place from 6:30 PM to 9 PM at Kronprinzenstraße 113.

All interested parties and friends of grenzenlos are invited to attend this informative session.

Fraudsters often begin their attempts with a message or call, posing as a grandchild or another close person in need of urgent financial help. They tell a shocking story and exert pressure to extract money or valuables from their victims.

Victims are often pressured by supposed prosecutors, police officers, or similar individuals who emphasize the urgency of the situation. These individuals, however, are fraudsters looking to take advantage of the vulnerable.

Birgit Schwertfechter will provide advice on dealing with various fraud methods and offer practical tips on how to protect oneself from such scams. Her expertise in senior prevention makes her the perfect speaker for this event.

The event is free and no registration is required. So, mark your calendars and join us for an evening of learning and empowerment as we work together to combat fraud and keep our seniors safe.

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