Hoodwinked Resource Page

Thank you for partnering with the Oklahoma Insurance Department to educate Oklahomans on current scams and provide tips for fighting fraud. To help our partners raise awareness about the latest scams and promote our online fraud conference, we’ve created this toolkit with various communication resources that you can share with your customers and employees. While you’re welcome to share or retweet our posts, we’ve also put together some posts/tweets/emails for you to use. You can either copy these messages directly or customize them to reach your audience. For more engaging content, we encourage you to use graphics/videos and add a hashtag or emojis to social media posts.

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Social Media Sample Posts

  • We’re excited to partner with the Oklahoma Department of Securities, the Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter‘s Office, the Oklahoma Bankers Association and AARP Oklahoma to host a virtual fraud conference! Join us to learn about Medicare, healthcare, investment, contractor and banking fraud and more.
     
    Register for our free webinar series at https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Don’t get hoodwinked by scammers! Join us for a four-part fraud prevention webinar series every Wednesday in July.July 08 – Medicare & Healthcare Fraud / Elder Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
    July 15 – Hidden Targets / Investment Fraud
    July 22 – Banking Fraud
    July 29 – Consumer Fraud
    To sign up, visit https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/
  • Interested in learning more about Medicare, healthcare, investment, contractor and banking fraud and more?
    It’s all happening at this year’s virtual Hoodwinked series. Join our FREE online fraud conference today: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Mark your calendar for the Hoodwinked virtual fraud conference on Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10 am. We’ve partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Securities, the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, the Oklahoma Banker’s Association, and AARP to protect Oklahomans from fraudsters. Register today to save your spot: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Scams are hitting Oklahomans hard. Don’t get Hoodwinked.
    Join our FREE online fraud series to learn about:
     
    🏥 Medicare & Healthcare Fraud
    👴 Elder Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
    💻 Hidden Targets & Investment Fraud
    💵 Banking Fraud
    👷 Contractor Fraud, Robocalls and current scams
     

    Sign up today to save your spot:https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf

  • Identity theft and fraud are on the rise, increasing the costs to both consumers and the businesses they deal with. Learn how to fight fraud and stay safe.
    Sign up for our free online fraud webinar series at: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • 👷 Shady contractors love to try and take advantage of consumers during storm season.
    Join our FREE fraud conference to help protect your loved ones & others: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • With #covid19 forcing us to rely on technology more than ever, cybercriminals are using this as a new opportunity to take advantage of people and gain access to their money, passwords & other sensitive info.
    Learn about the latest cyber scams and how to stay safe:
    https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • We’ve partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Securities, the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, the Oklahoma Banker’s Association and AARP to make this free webinar available TODAY at 10 am CT. Join Speaker 1 and Speaker 2 to discuss TOPIC related fraud. https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • [FREE Webinar] Learn from experts, like us, @oid411 and other agencies on how to stop the spread of #COVID19 #insurancefraud scams!
    Register for our virtual fraud conference on Wed., July XX at 10 am: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • It’s not a free lunch, but we think it’s even better! It’s a free online webinar series. Registration for our virtual Hoodwinked Fraud Conference is complimentary. Register today: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
Please join us on July 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 2-3 pm for our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat. See below for more information.
  • We’re excited to partner w/ @AGMikeHunter @OKSecurities @OklahomaBankers & @AARPOklahoma to host a virtual fraud conference! Join us to learn about the latest scams and how to stay safe. Register for our free webinar series: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Interested in learning more about Medicare, healthcare, investment, contractor and banking fraud during the pandemic and more? It’s all happening at this year’s virtual Hoodwinked series: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Mark your calendar for the Hoodwinked virtual on Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22 & 29 @ 10 am. We’ve partnered with @OKSecurities, @AGMikeHunter, @OklahomaBankers and @AARPOklahoma to protect Oklahomans from fraudsters. To register: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked
  • Identity theft and fraud are on the rise, increasing the costs to both consumers and the businesses they deal with. Learn how to fight fraud and stay safe. Sign up for our free online fraud conference at: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Follow along with the latest tweets from @oid411 and join our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat on Tue, July XX @ 2pm CT to learn how to protect yourself from fraudsters. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Shady contractors love to try and take advantage of consumers during storm season. Join our FREE fraud conference to help protect your loved ones & others: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • With #covid19 forcing us to rely on technology more than ever, cybercriminals are using this to take advantage of people and gain access to their money, passwords & other sensitive info. Learn about the latest cyber scams: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • We’ve partnered w/ @oid411, @AGMikeHunter, @OKSecurities, @OklahomaBankers and @AARPOklahoma to make this free webinar available TODAY at 10 am CT. Join Speaker 1 and Speaker 2 to discuss TOPIC related fraud. https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • [FREE Webinar] Learn from experts, like us, @oid411 and other agencies on how to stop the spread of #COVID19 #insurancefraud scams! Register for our virtual conference on Wed., July XX @ 10am! https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • 🚨REMINDER🚨 Tune in today at 2 pm for a #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat hosted by @oid411 to learn about current fraud scams and how to avoid them. #FraudConf
  • Learn how to protect yourself from crooks. Join our Twitter chat on July XX @ 2pm CT. We’ll answer your fraud questions LIVE. twitter.com/oid411. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
Make sure to update your profile website link to https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ before you post these.
  • We’re excited to partner with the Oklahoma Department of Securities, the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, the Oklahoma Banker’s Association and AARP to host a virtual fraud conference! Join us to learn about the latest scams and how to stay safe. Register for our free webinar series via LINK IN BIO⬆️ or https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Don’t get hoodwinked by scammers! Join us for a four-part fraud prevention webinar series every Wednesday in July.July 08 – Medicare & Healthcare Fraud / Elder Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
    July 15 – Hidden Targets / Investment Fraud
    July 22 – Banking Fraud
    July 29 – Consumer Fraud
    To sign up, visit LINK IN BIO!
  • Interested in learning more about Medicare, healthcare, investment, contractor and banking fraud and more?
    It’s all happening at this year’s virtual Hoodwinked series. Join our FREE online fraud conference today: https://www.oid.ok.gov/ or click the LINK IN BIO⬆️. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Mark your calendar for the Hoodwinked virtual fraud conference on Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10 am. We’ve partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Securities, the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, the Oklahoma Banker’s Association, and AARP to protect Oklahomans from fraudsters.
     
    Register today to save your spot: LINK IN BIO⬆️. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Scams are hitting Oklahomans hard. Don’t get Hoodwinked.
    Join our FREE online fraud series to learn about:
     
    🏥 Medicare & Healthcare Fraud
    👴 Elder Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
    💻 Hidden Targets & Investment Fraud
    💵 Banking Fraud
    👷 Contractor Fraud, Robocalls and current scams
     
    Sign up today to save your spot: LINK IN BIO⬆️. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • Identity theft and fraud are on the rise, increasing the costs to both consumers and the businesses they deal with. Learn how to fight fraud and stay safe.
    Sign up for our free online fraud conference at: https://www.oid.ok.gov/ OR LINK IN BIO⬆️. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • 👷 Shady contractors love to try and take advantage of consumers during storm season.
    Join our FREE fraud conference to help protect your loved ones & others: https://www.oid.ok.gov/ OR LINK IN BIO⬆️.#DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • With #covid19 forcing us to rely on technology more than ever, cybercriminals are using this as a new opportunity to take advantage of people and gain access to their money, passwords & other sensitive info.
    Learn about the latest cyber scams:
    https://www.oid.ok.gov/ OR LINK IN BIO⬆️. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • We’ve partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Securities, the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, the Oklahoma Banker’s Association, and AARP to make this free webinar available TODAY at 10 am CT. Join Speaker 1 and Speaker 2 to discuss TOPIC A & B related fraud. Tune in at https://www.oid.ok.gov/ OR LINK IN BIO⬆️. #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • [FREE Webinar] Learn from experts, like us, @oid411 and other agencies on how to stop the spread of #COVID19 #insurancefraud scams!
    Register for our virtual fraud confernce on Wed., July XX at 10 am: https://www.oid.ok.gov/ OR LINK IN BIO⬆️#DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf
  • It’s not a free lunch, but we think it’s even better! It’s a free online webinar series. Registration for our virtual Hoodwinked Fraud Conference is complimentary. Register today: https://www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ #DontBeHoodwinked #FraudConf

Twitter Chat

Please join us on July 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 2-3 pm for our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat.

On Twitter, you can either go straight to our feed @oid411 or search for the hashtag #DontBeHoodwinked. Make sure to refresh your feed throughout the hour to stay up-to-date with what’s happening.

Here’s how this works:
  1. We’ll ask 5 questions and you (& every participant) can answer.
  2. Prepare your answers.
    We’ll include the questions for you below so you can get your answers ready in advance. We suggest you write out your responses (remember the 280-character limit including hashtags!) and find any images that go with them so that when the actual chat happens, all you have to is copy and paste your answers. Feel free to respond with multiple answers if you have different answers to share. Use emoji, gif or meme to make it fun!
  3. Stay tuned in between our scheduled questions – we’ll be tweeting fun facts, polls and the short video clips of current scams.
For example)

Q1: Where can consumers go for more information about Medicare fraud? #DontBeHoodwinked

A great reply would be:

A1: @oid411 has great resources on their website! Contact the Medicare Assistance Program for information about Medicare and other scams targeting seniors. #DontBeHoodwinked (Insert great picture, emoji, gif or meme here)

Here’s our official schedule of questions:

1:45 – We’re getting ready for our first Twitter chat with @OklahomaBankers, @OKSecurities, @AGMikeHunter and @AARPOklahoma. We’re here to share important tips to defend yourself against Medicare & healthcare scams! Join us in 15 minutes and use #DontBeHoodwinked to participate.

2:00 – Welcome to our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! Who do we have joining us today? #HoodwinkedConference

2:10 – Q1: If you receive a call that you believe is a scam, what actions would you take in response to that call? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:20 – Q2: What tactics do fraudsters use to take advantage of the elderly? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:30 – Q3: What are some warning signs that may indicate the elderly is the victim? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:40 – Q4: If you currently assist an elderly loved one with their financial information, including medical bills, what do you currently do to verify the accuracy of those records? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:50 – Q5: Where can consumers go for more information about Medicare fraud? #DontBeHoodwinked

3:00 – Thank you for joining our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! To learn more, join our webinar tomorrow at 10am on www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our next Twitter chat about online security and investment fraud on July 15th @ 2pm CT!

1:45 – We’re getting ready for our second Twitter chat with our partners @OklahomaBankers, @OKSecurities, @AGMikeHunter and @AARPOklahoma. We’re here to share important tips to defend yourself against investment and cybersecurity scams! Join us in 15 minutes and use #DontBeHoodwinked to participate.

2:00 – Welcome to our second #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! Where are you joining us from? Remember to use the #HoodwinkedConference

2:10 – Q1: What are the risks posed to our computers, smartphones/devices and if we do not keep operating systems up to date? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:20 – Q2: What are the top Oklahoma investment threats? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:30 – Q3: What is the best way to protect yourself against scammers posing in emails as friends, the government or financial institutions? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:40 – Q4: What should you do if you are in an online relationship with someone & you suspect they are a scammer? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:50 – Q5: How can you protect yourself from investment fraud and where can you report them? #DontBeHoodwinked

3:00 – Thank you for joining our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! To learn more, join our webinar tomorrow at 10 am on www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our next Twitter chat about banking fraud on July 21 @ 2pm CT!

1:45 – We’re getting ready for our third Twitter chat with our partners @OklahomaBankers, @OKSecurities, @AGMikeHunter and @AARPOklahoma. We’re here to share important tips to defend yourself against banking fraud scams! Join us in 15 minutes and use #DontBeHoodwinked to participate.

2:00 – Welcome to our third #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! Who do we have joining us today? #HoodwinkedConference

2:10 – Q1: Who in Oklahoma is required to report financial exploitation? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:20 – Q2: What are the current scams for which you should be watchful?  #DontBeHoodwinked

2:30 – Q3: What steps can we all take to stay “cyber” safe on computers? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:40 – Q4:  How can you better protect your hard-earned money by being smart about powers of attorney and who is on your bank account? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:50 – Q5:  What tools can I use ongoing to stay educated on frauds and keep my money safe?  #DontBeHoodwinked

3:00 – Thank you for joining our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! To learn more, join our webinar tomorrow at 10am on www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our next Twitter chat about contractor, charity and other current fraud scams on July 28th @ 2pm CT!

1:45 – We’re getting ready for our last Twitter chat with @OklahomaBankers, @OKSecurities, @AGMikeHunter and @AARPOklahoma. We’re here to share important tips to defend yourself against contractor, charity and other current scams! Join us in 15 minutes and use #DontBeHoodwinked to participate.

2:00 – Welcome to our last #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! Where are you joining us from? Remember to use the #HoodwinkedConference

2:10 – Q1: What are some warning signs of a prize/sweepstakes scam? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:20 – Q2: How can I protect myself from home repair fraud? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:30 – Q3: What are some tips for charitable donations? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:40 – Q4: What are the most common scams? #DontBeHoodwinked

2:50 – Q5: How do I report consumer fraud? #DontBeHoodwinked

3:00 – Thank you for joining our #DontBeHoodwinked Twitter chat! We hope this was helpful! Don’t forget to tune in to our last Hoodwinked webinar session tomorrow @ 10 am on www.oid.ok.gov/consumers/events/hoodwinked/ And as always, send us your questions, we’re here to help!

Prize/Sweepstakes Scams: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0199-prize-scams

Romance Scams: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/what-you-need-know-about-romance-scams

PSAs and Videos

COVID-19 Scams

Medicare Scams

Fraud PSA 1

Fraud PSA 2