HPC Sponsors Cybersecurity Luncheon with Hendricks County Senior Services

Members of the Hendricks Power IT team educate local seniors about staying safe online

On Tuesday, October 8th, Hendricks Power provided more than 100 seniors with a boxed lunch from Chick-fil-A and an opportunity to learn about cybersecurity. The Hendricks Power IT team discussed the importance of password strength, multifactor authentication, and gave tips on how to spot telephone and email scams.

Amy Watson, Director of Technology at Hendricks Power, added, "Some of our senior community members often fall victim to different scams, especially those that use high-pressure tactics to create panic, like fake utility bill collections. We want to help them learn how to protect themselves and avoid these situations.”

Emily Thomas, Manager of Marketing Communications at Hendricks Power, added, "Unfortunately, we frequently hear about our members becoming victims of telephone and online scams. We aim to provide guidance on the right questions to ask and the steps to take if you receive a suspicious email or phone call. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it harder to differentiate between legitimate communications and fraud. Once they have your personal information and payment, recovering your security and funds, in some cases, can be nearly impossible."

This lunch was the second in a series of informative events at Hendricks County Senior Services. The previous session focused on residential energy efficiency and winterizing your home. Details about the next sponsored luncheon will be announced in early 2025.

If you are a member of Hendricks Power and have questions or concerns about staying safe online, please visit our website or call us at (317) 745-5473.