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Be aware of phishing attempts in which individuals spoof our main phone number, and call clients claiming to be from ConnectOne Bank in order to acquire financial information.

ConnectOne Bank employees will never call you to ask you for your online banking password or token numbers, pin, or personal information.
If you receive a suspicious call, text or email from someone claiming to be a ConnectOne Bank representative do not share any information or reply. If it is a suspicious call, please hang up immediately and contact either your local banker or our main line at 844-266-2548 to report the incident. 

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Be aware of phishing attempts in which individuals spoof our main phone number, and call clients claiming to be from ConnectOne Bank in order to acquire financial information.

ConnectOne Bank employees will never call you to ask you for your online banking password or token numbers, pin, or personal information.
If you receive a suspicious call, text or email from someone claiming to be a ConnectOne Bank representative do not share any information or reply. If it is a suspicious call, please hang up immediately and contact either your local banker or our main line at 844-266-2548 to report the incident. 

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Financial Literacy for Elders

Elderly Financial Abuse is one of the most rapidly growing issues in Banking

ConnectOne Bank has partnered with CRA Partners, an organization powered by the Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation, that helps community banks provide education for safe, secure senior living environments. ConnectOne Bank sponsors the protection of a local senior living facility by funding CRA Partners’ Senior Crimestoppers program, which is a nationwide crime prevention program educating and safeguarding against theft, abuse and neglect. In addition, below are some tips to stay safe.

Who are the perpetrators of elderly financial abuse?  perp-(1).png

  • Family Members including sons, daughters, grandchildren or spouses

  • Individuals who "seek out" vulnerable seniors with the intent of exploiting them

  • Professionals or people posing as such

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Conditions, factors, and events that can trigger the Increased Risk:

  • Isolation or loneliness
  • Recent losses
  • Physical or Mental disabilities
  • Family members who are unemployed or experiencing financial hardship
  • Lack of knowledge of financial matters
     

Where can you report financial abuse?

Report In-Person:

  • Adult Protective Services (APS)
  • Your local District Attorney's Office

 

Report Online:


  Medicare ID Fraud and How to Prevent It

  • Keep your ID cards safe and secure
  • Check your statements carefully by logging on to www.MyMedicare.gov
  • Report suspicious activity to 1-800-MEDICARE

  NOTE: New Medicare cards rollout ended in 2019 and no updated cards are issued in 2023. Social Security Numbers will no longer be used, a specific ID
  number will be assigned. Make sure your address is current at www.ssa.gov/myaccount or call 1-800-325-0778.
 

Recent Scams to Watch Out For

  • Impersonating the IRS regarding Taxes or Refunds
  • Impersonating Law Enforcement
  • Impersonating Insurance Agents

 

 

  • Wire Transfer or Gift Card requests
  • Posing as a member of the community or town
  • Having information about a loved one needing money

 

How can we help you?

Contact a ConnectOne Bank representative to learn more.

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