This article explains the Senior Safe Act that enlists financial institutions as allies in preventing the financial abuse of older adults. 

Financial  exploitation, also known as financial abuse, occurs when someone illegally or improperly uses your money or property for their own benefi

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau provides financial resources and information for older adults and their families. 

Consumer. gov provides helpful resources to help you manage your money including budgets, credit, debt, and loans. 

Elder financial abuse can take many forms. These are some signs that there may be a problem.

Be aware of the risk of financial exploitation for older adults and learn about technology tools to help. AARP identifies websites and companies that can help you flag suspicious behavior and put up financial guardrails to protect your assets. 

This fact sheet provides a basic overview of elder abuse. 

Older people often have regular income, accumulated savings, or equity in their homes. This makes them attractive targets for exploitation by con artists, unscrupulous family members, caregivers and others.

Expert tips on hiring home care wisely and protecting loved ones from financial abuse.