activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 2
- Elder Fraud and Scam Prevention Education Public Cybercrime Education & Response SupportDelivers face-to-face awareness and prevention programs, presentations, and educational resources to older adults, their families, and residents in assisted living facilities to educate them about various types of scams, identity theft, and online safety. These programs include modules on recognizing scams, understanding how information is compromised, online account security, and safer communication practices.
- Elder Fraud and Scam Prevention Education Public Cybercrime Education & Response SupportDelivers face-to-face awareness and prevention programs, presentations, and educational resources to older adults, their families, and residents in assisted living facilities to educate them about various types of financial scams, identity theft, and online threats. These programs include modules on recognizing scams, understanding online accounts and WiFi security, and managing credit and finances securely.
advocacy · 1
- Advocacy for Cybersecurity Best Practices Public Cybercrime Education & Response SupportAdvocates for and recommends the widespread adoption of multifactor authentication, specifically phishing-resistant methods, to enhance the protection of personal information and improve cybersecurity.
research · 4
- Public Information Articles on Scam Prevention Public Cybercrime Education & Response SupportPublishes articles on various types of scams and cybersecurity topics, including home warranties, social media cybercrime, tech support scams, home repair scams, money mule scams, PayPal scams, online romance scams, data breach protection, and malicious text messages, to educate the public on how to avoid and report fraud.
- Public Information Articles on Scam Prevention Public Cybercrime Education & Response SupportPublishes articles and guides on various types of scams and cybercrime, including home warranties, social media cybercrime, tech support scams, home repair scams, money mule scams, PayPal scams, online romance scams, data breach protection, and malicious text messages, to educate the public on how to identify and avoid these threats.
- Publication of Elder Fraud and Internet Crime Reports Research Report PublicationPublishes annual reports and specific reports on elder fraud and internet crime, including detailed analyses from the IC3, to inform the public and stakeholders about trends and statistics related to elder exploitation.
- Publication of Elder Fraud and Internet Crime Reports Research Report PublicationPublishes annual reports and specific reports on elder fraud and internet crime, including detailed analyses from the IC3, to inform the public and stakeholders about trends and statistics related to scams targeting the elderly.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Dynamic and current public education on evolving scam tactics dynamic_scam_educationROSE RESOURCES continuously monitors and engages with experts on financial crime and cybersecurity to ensure its educational content is current and relevant. They use real-world case studies, provide specific alerts on new scam methods (e.g., cryptocurrency demands), and raise awareness about opportunistic scams during crises to keep the public informed about rapidly changing exploitation tactics.
- Empowering older adults through comprehensive scam prevention education scam_prevention_educationROSE RESOURCES believes that by providing older adults with up-to-date education, awareness, and practical tools regarding financial scams and identity theft, they can recognize, prevent, and protect themselves from exploitation, thereby safeguarding their financial, emotional, and psychological well-being. This includes guidance on digital estate planning, post-breach response, and cybersecurity prevention.
- Prevention through education on scam recognition and response preventive_behavioral_interventionUses ongoing, actionable education and awareness to equip older adults with the knowledge and tools to recognize, respond to, and prevent evolving financial scams and identity theft, emphasizing emotional awareness, verification, and up-to-date security practices.
- Promotion of digital security tools and identity protection practices cybersecurity_preventionAdvocates for the adoption of concrete cybersecurity measures—including multifactor authentication, phishing-resistant MFA, data backups, credit freezes, fraud alerts, and digital estate planning—to proactively protect individuals from identity theft and cyberattacks.
- Targeted scam-specific alerts and crisis-response awareness scam_specific_alertsProvides timely, specific warnings about emerging scam tactics—such as cryptocurrency demands and crisis-related fraud—to increase public vigilance and reduce victimization during high-risk periods.
- Use of real-world case studies and historical analogies to enhance public understanding public_education_via_case_studiesEnhances public comprehension of modern scams by using real-world case studies of elder financial exploitation and historical analogies to illustrate the evolution of fraudulent tactics and improve retention and relevance.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Annual Elder Fraud Report
Compiles and shares data and trends on elder fraud incidents and financial losses
Downloadable Resource Library
Offers fact sheets and guides on topics including identity theft, tech support scams, IRS impersonation, and cryptocurrency fraud
Scam Prevention Education
Provides in-person and community-based presentations to senior groups on identifying and avoiding financial scams
relationships · 16
who they work with
- Devoted Health Plans Partner — Pauline Hall, a Medicare Specialist with Devoted Health Plans, works with ROSE to help seniors.
- ESET Partner — Cites expert commentary from ESET on survey scams.
- FBI Government — References FBI warnings about ransomware threats.
- FTC Partner — Collaborates with or disseminates educational materials from the Federal Trade Commission on fraud and identity theft.
- FTC Consumer Response Center Partner — Directs individuals to report scams to the FTC Consumer Response Center.
- Federal Trade Commission Partner — Cited FTC data on social media shopping scams and consumer alerts on utility and COVID test scams.
- Health & Human Services Government — Provides contact information for reporting scams to Health & Human Services.
- IRS Government — Shares IRS warnings and educational materials about tax scams and identity theft targeting seniors.
- Iora with One Medical Partner — Presented to patients at their primary care clinics.
- Kaspersky Partner — Collaborates by sharing research findings on gaming-related phishing trends.
- KnowBe4 Partner — Source of original articles on MFA and gaming-related phishing trends shared by ROSE Resources.
- One Stone Web Partner — Designed and hosted the organization's website.
- Pecos Senior Center Partner — Hosted a presentation by ROSE.
- Scottsdale Rotary Club Partner — Hosted Joyce to discuss important issues and supports her work.
- The Oaks, a Merrill Gardens Community Partner — Provided presentations to their residents in the Assisted Living industry.
- US Federal Communications Commission Partner — Shares FCC-issued advice on avoiding post-hurricane scams, indicating collaboration or alignment with FCC public outreach efforts.