Department of Family Services

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-324-7500 TTY 711
12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035
Michael A. Becketts
Director

Scam Jam – Avoiding Modern Romance & Cryptocurrency Scams

Join AARP Virginia and Fairfax County’s Silver Shield Anti-Scam Program to learn how to spot and stop two fast growing threats: romance-based investment schemes and cryptocurrency fraud. 

Get practical tools for recognizing red flags, talking with loved ones, reporting fraud, and beginning recovery. Whether you’re new to digital safety or already informed, Scam Jam will help you stay one step ahead. Representatives from county, state and federal agencies will be available to answer your fraud and scam questions one-on-one.

Thursday, April 30, 2026
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035

Learn more and register.

Help spread the word about the 9th Annual Fairfax Scam Jam! (PDF)

Read about Scam Jam 2025. Learn more about Adult Protective Services.


Scam Jam 2026 presented in collaboration with: 

AARP VirginiaFairfax County Silver Shield

Fairfax Virtual Assistant