Mother's wallet was stolen

[Whisper]

So it sounds like someone went into my mother's office at her hospital last night and stole her wallet out of the room. She's already canceled all of the credit cards that were taken, but she mentioned that her social security card was in there as well, so I told her she should definitely pick up a credit monitoring service (lifelock maybe?) for at least a few months to be sure no one tries to open a new account.

Beyond that, anyone have any recommendations I can send her way?

Given that her SSN might now be compromised, I'm wondering if she should just go ahead and switch over all of her accounts (including checking, savings, etc.), just in case.

 

[MoPHo]

No offense, but this is EXACTLY why they tell you not to carry SS card with you. I hate to be that guy, but it's the truth.

That said, credit monitoring service is a definite. She should check with her credit cards and see if they have any offers for members.

The DOJ has a site here that can help if she does get hit with any fraud/theft.

 

[Whisper]

Originally posted by: MoPHo
No offense, but this is EXACTLY why they tell you not to carry SS card with you. I hate to be that guy, but it's the truth.

That said, credit monitoring service is a definite. She should check with her credit cards and see if they have any offers for members.

The DOJ has a site here that can help if she does get hit with any fraud/theft.

Yeah, that was my first thought as well, but I didn't want to add insult to injury (on Mother's Day of all days) and tell her as much. I'll likely make the recommendation in a few days, once she's had a chance to calm down.

And thanks for the website, I'll be sure to pass it along.