Pause Before You Pay

A calm second look at a suspicious message or request.

If a message pressures you to send money, reveal a code, or install remote software, pause. We help review warning signs and find an independent way to contact the organization. A review cannot guarantee that a message or transaction is safe.

What we can work on together

• Do not click the message’s links or call its number.
• Do not send passwords, codes, or financial details through our form.
• If money has already been sent, contact your bank using a trusted number promptly.

Let’s choose the right starting point

In-home help is available in Bethesda, Montgomery County, and nearby NW DC. Remote support may be suitable depending on your device and connection.