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February 6, 2025 | Posted in Security & Fraud Awareness
Financial exploitation of older Americans is a growing crime in the US. Fraudsters are targeting people of all ages, but 5% of seniors become the victim of financial fraud yearly.
Elder financial exploitation is the fastest-growing form of elder abuse. It is defined as the illegal, unauthorized, or improper use of an older person’s funds, property, or assets. Financial abuse can take many forms, including identity theft, use of debit or credit cards, lottery scams, telemarketing or internet scams, or abuse of power of attorney. Seniors lose at least $2.6 Billion a year due to financial abuse – and possibly more due to unreported cases.
Preventing elder abuse can be difficult, especially since it can come from multiple sources. It is important for seniors to protect themselves by making sure financial records are organized and being aware of how much money is in all of their accounts. In event they are unable to care for themselves or become incapacitated, elders should protect their assets by talking to someone at their bank, an attorney, or a financial advisor to discuss and plan, to ensure their wishes for how their money is managed and property is cared for is followed.
There are many scams and fraudsters that attempt to get bank account information and personal information from the elderly to steal their identity or money. Be on the lookout for signs of possible financial abuse, including:
First, trust your instincts. Exploiters are very skilled and can be charming and forceful in their effort to convince you to fall for their scam and handover your personal or financial information. Don’t be fooled – if something doesn’t feel right, it may not be right.
If you suspect elder financial abuse, talk to the victim to determine what is happening and who is involved. For instance, you’ll want to know if there is a new person in their life who is helping them manage their finances or if they’ve downloaded new software on their computer because someone told them it needed updated.
Once you’ve figured out what is happening, report elder financial exploitation.
Protecting older adults from fraud and financial exploitation
What is Financial Exploitation?
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