Free Shred Event in Cincinnati on May 6

Every two seconds someone’s identity is stolen. But you can take steps to protect yourself. Join us at events across Ohio this spring to fight back against fraud! 

The AARP Fraud Watch Network brings fraud-fighting efforts to consumers nationwide in “ Operation: Stop Scams” -- a month-long series of events in communities coast-to-coast, as AARP state organizations sponsor more than 150 free local events in nearly every state and the District of Columbia from Friday, April 14, through Tuesday, May 16, 2017.

As a part of this nationwide effort, a free shred event will take place in Cincinnati on May 6 with AARP, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sigma Omega Chapter, and the Cincinnati Hamilton County Community Action Agency. Doing some spring cleaning in the aftermath of tax season and shredding personal documents you no longer need is one good way to protect yourself from identity theft. Bring any household or personal documents to the following shred events which are free and open to the public. It’s just another way AARP is helping you protect your identity and fight fraud.

The AARP Fraud Watch Network launched in 2013 as a free resource for people of all ages.  The website provides information about fraud and scams, prevention tips from experts, an interactive scam-tracking map, fun educational quizzes, and video presentations featuring Fraud Watch Network Ambassador Frank Abagnale.  Users may sign up for “Watchdog Alert” emails that deliver breaking scam information, or call a free helpline at 877-908-3360 to speak with volunteers trained in fraud counseling.

AARP in Cincinnati Operation: Stop Scams Event

Saturday, May 6 - Shred and E-Waste Event*

Join AARP, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sigma Omega Chapter and the Cincinnati Hamilton County Community Action Agency this free community shred and electronic destruction event that's free and open to the public. During Money Smart Week bring household or personal documents and do some spring cleaning in the aftermath of tax season. Details on what electronic devices can and cannot be destroyed are below.*

11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Community Action Agency

1740 Langdon Farm Rd.

Cincinnati, OH 45237

*What Electric Items Can and Cannot Be Shredded at the Cincinnati May 6 Shred and E-Waste Event?

NON-PAPER ITEMS

The following non-paper items can be destroyed on request, but must be separated from paper materials to prevent contamination and risk of fire.

CD-ROMs/CD-Rs/DVDs

Hard drive (any kind - laptop, desktop, PATA, SATA…)

Backup magnetic tapes (any kind - DLT, mini cartridges…)

Computer backups (floppy disk, 3.5 inch disk, 5.25 inch disk …)

Zip disks

USB sticks

X-Rays

Videotapes

Cassette tapes

Product samples

Prototypes

ITEMS THAT CANNOT BE SHREDDED

Please do not place the following items in the Shred-it console:

Batteries

Sharp objects

Ink cartridges and toners

Large metal objects

Food, glass, cans etc.

Pressurized containers

Syringes

Cardboard tubes

Electrical items