Scammers are becoming more convincing every day.

They may pretend to be a family member, friend, employer, government agency, or even a trusted organization. One of the biggest red flags? They ask you to purchase gift cards as payment or to "help" them in an emergency. Remember, legitimate businesses, government agencies, and nonprofits will never ask you to pay with gift cards. Be on the lookout for these warning signs: Someone pressures you to act immediately. They ask you to keep the request a secret. The email address, phone number, or text message seems unusual. They ask you to buy gift cards and send the card numbers or photos of the back. If something doesn't feel right, pause and verify. Contact the person or organization directly using a trusted phone number or website, not the contact information provided in the suspicious message. At disABILITY LINK, we believe everyone deserves access to the information and tools needed to stay safe, informed, and independent. By sharing scam awareness, we can help protect ourselves, our families, and our communities. Have you or someone you know received a suspicious email, text, or phone call asking for gift cards? Share this post to help others recognize the warning signs. And if you are interested in learning more, contact us at (404) 687-8890!