Credit Union ONE Helps Protect Members From Identity Theft

Ferndale, Michigan Over five tons of documents were collected for shredding as more than�400 Credit Union ONE�members converged at the Credit Union ONE Macomb Branch to participate in a document shred day.� The annual event, held on�Saturday, May 16th gave members the�opportunity to protect themselves from identity theft and fraud.

"To create an awareness about the risks of identity theft and fraud, and to provide a safe and convenient way to dispose of unneeded paperwork, we�have been holding document shred events for our members," said John Kozich, Credit Union ONE Vice President of Community Relations.�"The response continues to grow as more members are becoming aware of the dangers of identity theft and fraud, and�we plan to continue offering this service at various Credit Union ONE locations."

In addition to the success of the shredding event, generous members donated over $314 to support the Childrens Miracle Network while at the event.

"This is a great service for members," said Credit Union ONE member Michelle Schoenek.� "The workers were so helpful and polite, and I am very happy to get all of that paper out of my house."

Shred Corp., the industry-leading document recycling company donated their time and equipment to provide secure on-site shredding services. �After the event, the shredded paper waste was taken away for recycling into paper towel.

Credit Union ONE, headquartered in Ferndale Michigan for seventy-five years, offers a wide array of financial services and access to over 30,000 ATMs nationwide, serving 120,000 members, with�eighteen offices�in three major metropolitan areas, including Metro Detroit, Grand Rapids and Traverse City. For more information go to�cuone.org�or "like us" on�Facebook.