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The best way to protect against elder fraud is to learn about scammers' aggressive calls, texts, emails, websites, social media messages and deceptive letters.

The latest fraud tactic targeting Veterans involves sending fake postcards claiming you're entitled to “extra VA benefits” or additional payments.

VA is committed to providing key benefits and resources to help Veterans manage financial stress and safeguard their earned benefits against fraud.

For National Consumer Protection Week and Slam the Scam Day, we want to reaffirm our dedication to protecting the Veterans we serve from fraud and scams.

Like any valuable asset, VA's education benefits can be susceptible to fraud. Here’s how you can protect yourself.

During Data Privacy Week (Jan. 27 - 31), VA is sharing guidance on how Veterans and their beneficiaries can protect their data, especially Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

During this International Fraud Awareness Week, VA aims to arm Veterans and their loved ones with the resources they need to protect themselves from common scams that target their benefits.

VA has resources to help Veterans prevent fraud—and the stress that can come with it if you've been victimized.

VA wants to ensure Veterans, including those who choose to have their private health care provider complete a DBQ, are appropriately equipped with the information they need to submit DBQs successfully.

As the video gaming industry has grown in recent years, predatory actors have found ways to target online gamers on dedicated platforms.

In observance of Identity Theft Awareness Week, Jan. 29 – Feb. 2, 2024, VA provides you and your loved ones information on how to safeguard your identity, keeping your VA benefits safe.

VA Secretary Denis McDonough is sharing an important message during International Fraud Awareness Week from Nov. 12-18, 2023, to raise awareness and provide Veterans tips to stay safe from predatory behavior of “claim sharks.” Claim sharks are professionals that use aggressive tactics through the mail, telephone and online tools to take advantage of Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors.