BBB® of the Upstate Savvy Seniors FAQs

Have questions about the Savvy Seniors program? Refer to the Frequently Asked Questions below.

Vision
The BBBEF is our community’s leading source of ethics and scam prevention expertise and education.

Mission
The BBB Education Foundation’s mission is to create an ethical marketplace through community outreach, integrity education, and scam prevention.

What is the Savvy Seniors program?
An interactive program focused on educating and providing preventative tips to seniors on how to spot and avoid identity theft and scams.

How does this program benefit seniors?
The program informs seniors on what to watch out for.

What topics does the Savvy Seniors presentation cover?
Topics May include:

  • Grandparent Scams
  • Phishing Email Scams
  • Medicare Card Scams
  • Identity Theft Prevention & Recovery
  • Credit Reports
  • Cyber Security
  • Shopping
  • Contracts
  • Junk Mail
  • Telemarketing Scams
  • Consumer Rights
  • Elder Abuse

How do I get started?

  1. Review Savvy Senior topics
  2. Contact your BBB Upstate by phone at 864.242.5052 or email foundation@upstatesc.bbb.org.
  3. Schedule your event and HAVE FUN!