The Department of Justice is striving to combat financial crimes against older Americans. Below, learn about common financial scams and financial abuse committed against older adults and …

Elder Abuse and Elder Financial Exploitation Statutes The federal government, states, commonwealths, territories and the District of Columbia all have laws designed to protect older …

Financial Exploitation (Fraud) by Representative Payee Carollee appeared to take good care of the older adults, including veterans, who lived in the group home where she worked.

Feb 14, 2025 · Local and state Adult Protective Services (APS) agencies handle financial exploitation committed by people close to older adults, such as: Theft using ATM cards, …

Nov 7, 2023 · Warning signs of financial exploitation Sudden changes in bank accounts or banking practices, including an unexplained withdrawal of large sums of money by a person …

There are many types of financial harm, and it can be difficult to know what to do when this happens to you, or someone you know. This document will help you quickly find the right …

Just over 5% of older adults, both men and women, experience financial exploitation each year. Financial exploitation is a multi-billion dollar industry. Older adults with cognitive incapacity …

Jul 1, 2025 · It is a term used to describe five subtypes of elder abuse: physical abuse, financial fraud, scams and exploitation, caregiver neglect and abandonment, psychological abuse, and …

Feb 5, 2025 · I am going to spend some time today discussing recent trends that the Department has seen in elder exploitation schemes and scams, what the Department is doing to fight elder …

Recognize financial exploitation and scams to avoid becoming a victim. The Transnational Elder Fraud Strike Force provides the following list to warn and educate the public about trending …