( Columbus )- Senior citizens around Norwalk Ohio are invited to learn about protecting their financial health at a free Seniors & Money workshop presented by Ohio Treasurer Richard Cordray.

The workshop was created in partnership with the Ohio Department of Aging and is open to the public. Instructors will focus on personal finance issues specific to seniors including identity theft and tips to avoid financial scams.

 The two-hour financial education workshop will be held February 27th, from 1-3 p.m. at the Seniors Enrichment Services, located at 130 Shady Lane , Norwalk Ohio . Senior citizens interested in attending can learn more information by contacting the Ohio Treasury at 800-228-1102 or visiting www.yourmoneynowonline.org .

Additionally, with tax season coming up Treasurer Cordray would like to remind senior citizens that they must file a tax return in order to receive an economic stimulus check. Seniors can call 1-800-906-9887 to find a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) location, or 1-800-AARP-NOW to receive assistance from the AARP.