Then & Now: A New Resource for Older Adults

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Older adults are among the most targeted and most impacted by online scams. In fact, the FBI reports that Americans over 60 lose more money to cybercrime than any other age group.

With cybercriminals constantly changing their tactics, staying safe online can feel overwhelming. Planters First Bank is proud to share Then & Now, a new initiative from the National Cybersecurity Alliance designed to help older adults—and their caregivers—protect themselves online. This stay safe online workbook offers:

  • Simple steps to secure accounts with strong passwords and multifactor authentication
  • Tips to spot common scams
  • Guidance to keep devices updated and protected
  • How-to videos and quick, hands-on activities

Click here to learn more and access the online workbook today!


About the National Cybersecurity Alliance
The National Cybersecurity Alliance is a non-profit organization on a mission to create a more secure, interconnected world. We advocate for the safe use of all technology and educate everyone on how best to protect ourselves, our families, and our organizations from cybercrime. We create strong partnerships between governments and corporations to amplify our message and to foster a greater “digital” good. For more information, please visit https://staysafeonline.org.


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