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Open the courseErasmus+ project for adults 60+
ODYSSEY
A comprehensive resource on financial and digital safety for older adults: an online course, blog catalogue, videos, methodology and workshop activities. We start by explaining what the project is about, then guide you to the right modules and topics.
No registration, available in 3 languages, with large text, clear navigation and real-life scenarios.
What the project is
ODYSSEY organises knowledge instead of mixing everything together
This website is structured so you can immediately see where to find answers. The Course guides you module by module. The Blog organises topics into categories. The Videos show specific scenarios. The Methodology explains where we source our content and why these areas matter most.
- First recognise the threat, then respond and practise
- Categories above titles and descriptions before clicking
- A mix of photos and illustrations for a clear but approachable look
The scale of the problem
Why this is needed
Scammers exploit technology, emotions and time pressure. That is why we need a platform that not only warns, but teaches pattern recognition and proper responses.
46%
of older adults in Poland have encountered a scam attempt
PLN 156 million
in reported losses among older victims in 2024
260,000
cyber incidents recorded in Poland in 2025
57%
of Hungarian internet users have encountered cybercrime
How it is organised
Every type of content has its own place
This was a key principle: first you see what a section is about, and only then do you go into the details.
Blog
Articles are catalogued: safety, relationships, BLIK and banking, AI, research and community activities.
Open the blogVideos
Short materials show specific scams and make it easier to move from knowledge to pattern recognition.
Watch videosWorkshops
The project does not end online. We also test the content in practice, working with older adults in Poland and Hungary.
See eventsWhere to start
Best starting path: Module 1, the AI article and the BLIK article
If you are new to the site, you do not need to read everything from start to finish. First, see Module 1 on recognising scams, then the guide on deepfakes and investments, and then the article on safe online banking and BLIK.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Key information about the project, written simply and without technical jargon.
What is the ODYSSEY project?
ODYSSEY is an international educational project implemented under the Erasmus+ programme (KA210-ADU). Its goal is to protect older adults (60+) from scams, manipulation and fraud, both online and offline.
Is participation free?
Yes. All project activities, including workshops, the online course, videos and educational materials, are completely free. The project is funded by the European Union under the Erasmus+ programme.
Do I need to be good with computers?
No. The website and materials are designed so you can go through them step by step, even without much digital experience.
What should I do if an older person becomes a scam victim?
Contact the bank immediately and block account access. Report the incident to the police and the relevant authorities. Do not blame the victim. Scammers use pressure and emotions professionally.
Events
Upcoming workshops and meetings
The site is not just online. The project also includes activities in Kielce and Budapest.
May - September 2026
20 educational workshops
10 in Poland and 10 in Hungary, in cultural centres, senior clubs and local community spaces. Practical sessions for 300 older adults.
Locations: Kielce and surrounding area, Budapest
August 2026
"Financial Odyssey 60+" conferences
International project conferences presenting results, good practices and a discussion on senior safety in Poland and Hungary.
Locations: Kielce and Budapest
Partners
Who delivers the project
Two teams, two countries and a shared goal: turning financial safety for older adults into clear, practical materials.
Regional Volunteer Centre in Kielce
Project leader (Poland)
An organisation active since 1997, promoting volunteering and active citizenship. It has years of experience in educational projects for adults and older people.
Kulturalis Kapcsolatokert Alapitvany (ICRP)
Partner (Hungary)
A Budapest-based organisation specialising in intercultural education and developing digital competences through international projects.