Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Southeast Texas

08/21/2026

Genetic tests for cancer or other diseases need to be ordered by a treating physician. If you are offered genetic testing at a health fair, through the mail, or over the phone, these are probably not legitimate. Don't accept them. Talk to your doctor if you want to do any genetic tests for medical reasons.

08/21/2026

With Gratitude to Our Elders 💕🌷

Today, we celebrate and honor our elders and the incredible impact they have on our communities. Their wisdom, generosity, kindness, and willingness to give their time and talents make a difference in the lives of so many.

08/19/2026

Moving can affect your Medicare coverage, costs, and benefits. Learn how relocating within the U.S. or abroad impacts Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, and cost assistance programs, plus tips for protecting your benefits and avoiding medical identity theft.

08/19/2026

Watch out for emails saying you have won a Medicare kit! These emails might look like they are coming from recognizable places, but they are scammers trying to get your information. They want you to click links in the email. Please report these emails to the SMP right away at smpresource.org/reportfraud.

08/18/2026

Scammers are impersonating the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and sending phishing fax requests for medical records and documentation, falsely claiming to be part of a Medicare audit. CMS doesn’t initiate audits by requesting medical records. If you get a fax like this, report it to the SMP.

08/18/2026

08/18/2026

Do you help a loved one with their health care needs? If you do, you can help them by reviewing their Medicare statements to see if they are being charged for things like diabetic tests, genetic tests, urinary catheters, and back braces. If you see something that you know your loved one doesn't need, use, or even have, report it to the !

08/18/2026

A scam on the rise: Fake CAPTCHA's! 🤖

Scammers will trick you into running commands on your computer or device, leading to malware being downloaded onto your device. They can steal your personal information and give them access to your passwords. But how do you tell the difference between a real and a fake CAPTCHA? Let us help you!

For more information, visit: https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/06/how-spot-captcha-scam

08/03/2026

Enroll in our program to be added onto our emergency insurance plan to begin your volunteer journey and also train to become an SMP volunteer to share information on Medicare Fraud.
*You must be 55 years or older to be eligible.

Happy National Friendship Day! A great way to make new friends is through volunteering. Join the fight against Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse by volunteering with your local !