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10. Elderly Parent Scammed-What To Do Next - Expert Tech Steps to Take Fast
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- Apr 13, 2026
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Summary
Have you ever wondered what to do after your elderly parent is scammed and you are suddenly the one trying to figure out the next step? In this episode, I’m joined by tech expert Martin Navarro, my go-to tech guy and a trusted friend for many years. With over 20 years of computer troubleshooting and security experience, Martin walks us through the practical steps families need to take fast after a scam. We talk about what to do if a scam is still happening, how to secure the computer, and what daughters need to know about protecting bank accounts, phones, and devices after the damage starts. If you want a trusted tech contact in place before something goes wrong, save Martin’s information in your phone now so you are not scrambling later. Martin NavarroJJ TechMagic754-400-0565jjtechmagic.com Martin is based in South Florida, but if you are not local, he can still help remotely by phone and video. This is not just another scam story. This is expert guidance to help you respond quickly and protect your elderly parent with less panic and more clarity. In this episode, we cover: What to do immediately if a scammer still has access to your parent’s computer Why shutting the computer down completely may be the first smart move When to unplug the internet to stop more access What a tech expert checks first after a remote access scam How scammers use remote access software and security changes to get back in Why malware protection matters after an elderly parent is scammed What to do to help protect your parent’s bank accounts after fraud or suspicious access Why acting quickly matters if money is involved How phone filtering and call screening can reduce future scam attempts Why elderly parents are often targeted through trust, pressure, and confusion How AI scams and voice c…