Financial exploitation is a fast-growing form of abuse of seniors and adults with disabilities. Situations of financial exploitation commonly involve trusted persons in the life of the vulnerable adult. The Vulnerable adult was my 86 year old mother (Irma). The exploitation of her was perpetrated by my younger brother and his wife. I wanted to…
Losing the capacity to manage your financial affairs is a frightening prospect, and watching a loved one lose capacity is just as daunting. It seems incredible that anyone would take advantage of such circumstances, but unfortunately it is all too common. In June of 2016 My brother Miguel and I Flew to San Diego to check…
Resources: Elder Financial Exploitation | National Adult Protective Services Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Spotting elder financial abuse | Consumer Information Elder Help – aarp.org What to Do if You Suspect Financial Abuse of an Elderly Person …
