Local Service Under Threat
Meals on Wheels Victoria Point/Redland Bay, a revered service in the Brisbane South Aged Care region, has recently become aware of a concerning surge in scams and hoax calls targeting their vulnerable clients.
Unscrupulous Scammers Posing as Meal Providers
These hoax callers, exploiting the trustworthiness of the established Meals on Wheels brand, are falsely presenting themselves in one of several ways. They may claim to be:
- Direct representatives of Meals on Wheels,
- A new meal provider replacing Meals on Wheels, or
- Offering an additional discount on behalf of Meals on Wheels.
Clients Advised to Stay Alert and Protect Personal Information
The service implores all its clients not to yield to these unscrupulous attempts and avoid providing any personal or financial details over the phone. Recipients of such calls should immediately terminate the conversation if they doubt the caller’s legitimacy.
Contact Meals on Wheels Directly
If a client is unsure about the identity of the caller, they are advised to hang up and directly contact their local Meals on Wheels service. This direct communication will ensure that they can confirm the identity of the caller and the validity of the information provided.
No Changes to Services
Meals on Wheels Victoria Point/Redland Bay has affirmed that there are no changes to their services, nor have they authorised any third-party meal providers. The organisation remains committed to serving its clientele in the Brisbane South Aged Care region.
Clients and their families are urged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious calls immediately to protect their personal information and financial safety.
