DAHLONEGA — The Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office will host a community informational seminar Monday focused on scam prevention and emergency preparedness programs.
Sheriff Stacy Jarrard will present the seminar at 2 p.m. Feb. 16, at Lumpkin County Parks and Recreation, 365 Riley Road in Dahlonega.
According to the sheriff’s office, the seminar will address current scam trends and provide guidance on how residents can protect themselves. Officials will also discuss steps to take if someone believes they have been targeted by a scammer.
In addition, the program will include an overview of the File of Life initiative, which helps first responders quickly access critical medical information during an emergency.
The File of Life program allows individuals to store important health details in a visible, easily accessible location in their home.
The event is free and open to the public. The sheriff’s office encourages all community members to attend, particularly seniors and caregivers, to help keep the community informed and prepared.
For more information, contact Amanda Fant at amanda.fant@lumpkincounty.gov or call 706-864-0414
