Helping Grandparents Stay Safe With AI

Older relatives often get targeted by AI scams — fake voice calls, fake emails, deepfake video calls. You can help them by teaching them what is real and what is not. They will probably listen to you more than the news.

Real examples

• Tell them about voice cloning: 'If you ever get a call that sounds like me asking for money, hang up and call me back on my real number.'
• Tell them about fake emails: 'Banks will never email you to log in. If you are not sure, call the bank.'
• Set up a family code word together for emergencies.
• Help them turn on basic phone security (2FA on their accounts).

Try it yourself

Next time you visit a grandparent, talk for 15 minutes about AI scams. Explain voice cloning. Set up a family code word. You might literally save them money.