Veterans Advisory Council warns of scam targeting local Veterans and family members

(Dare County)

The Dare County Veterans Advisory Council is urging local veterans and their family members to be on alert for a new postcard scam that has been circulating within the community in recent weeks.

The fraudulent postcard claims to be part of a “2025 Veteran Giveback Program” or “Veteran Savings Program,” falsely suggesting that veterans and their spouses may be eligible for up to an extra $110 added to their monthly Social Security checks. It also promises free dental coverage and instructs recipients to call a phone number within five days to “help manage call volume.”

Officials emphasize that this message is not legitimate. There is no such program offering these benefits. The postcard

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